Chesney vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chesney

Girl #2,980 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oak grove, oak meadow"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,980
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Chess, Chessie, Ches

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Chesney Rank #2,980
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2980 for Chesney.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chesney ___

  • Chesney Marie
  • Chesney Ann
  • Chesney Lee
  • Chesney Grace
  • Chesney Mae
  • Chesney Renee

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 Chesney

Emory Hadley Grayson Piper Blythe

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chesney or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Chesney at #2980 in the United States.

What do Chesney and Theodore mean?

Chesney means "oak grove, oak meadow" (Old French/Norman origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Chesney and Theodore boy or girl names?

Chesney is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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