Chase vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chase

Boy #173 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hunter"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#173
Total SSA Count
2,148
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cha, Chy, Chie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Chase Rank #173
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #173 for Chase.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chase ___

  • Chase Anthony
  • Chase Michael
  • Chase Alexander
  • Chase William
  • Chase Thomas
  • Chase Robert

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 Chase

Logan Blake Morgan Taylor Drew

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Chase at #173 in the United States.

What do Chase and Theodore mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Chase and Theodore boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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