Chosen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chosen

Boy #620 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"selected, set apart, elected"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American African American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#620
Total SSA Count
459
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cho, Chos, Chosy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Chosen Rank #620
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #620 for Chosen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chosen ___

  • Chosen Michael
  • Chosen James
  • Chosen Elijah
  • Chosen Gabriel
  • Chosen Isaiah
  • Chosen David

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 Chosen

Blessing Faith Zion Miracle Eden

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chosen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Chosen at #620 in the United States.

What do Chosen and Theodore mean?

Chosen means "selected, set apart, elected" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Chosen and Theodore boy or girl names?

Chosen is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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