Caxton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Caxton

Boy #44,723 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement on a road"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44,723
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cax, Caxy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Caxton Rank #44,723
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #44723 for Caxton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Caxton ___

  • Caxton James
  • Caxton William
  • Caxton Henry
  • Caxton Edward
  • Caxton George

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 Caxton

Paxton Braxton Ellery Winslow

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caxton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Caxton at #44723 in the United States.

What do Caxton and Theodore mean?

Caxton means "settlement on a road" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Caxton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Caxton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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