Chip vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Chip Rank #3,313
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3313 for Chip.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chip ___

  • Chip Robert
  • Chip William
  • Chip James
  • Chip Thomas
  • Chip Allen
  • Chip Michael

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 Chip

Skip Bud Suzy Penny Dick

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chip or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Chip at #3313 in the United States.

What do Chip and Theodore mean?

Chip means "son of Richard, man" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Chip and Theodore boy or girl names?

Chip is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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