Bud vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bud

Boy #6,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"brother, friend"

Origin: American English informal

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,573
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Buddy

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Popularity Comparison

Bud Rank #6,573
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6573 for Bud.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bud ___

  • Bud Lee
  • Bud Ray
  • Bud James
  • Bud Earl
  • Bud Wayne
  • Bud Dean

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bud

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bud or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bud at #6573 in the United States.

What do Bud and Theodore mean?

Bud means "brother, friend" (American English informal origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bud and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bud is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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