Christos vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Christos

Boy #4,158 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the anointed one"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Cypriot Eastern Orthodox Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,158
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Chris, Christo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Christos Rank #4,158
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4158 for Christos.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Christos ___

  • Christos Alexandros
  • Christos Nikolaos
  • Christos Georgios
  • Christos Dimitrios
  • Christos Konstantinos
  • Christos Vasilis

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 Christos

Alexandros Nikolaos Eleni Maria Sophia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christos or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Christos at #4158 in the United States.

What do Christos and Theodore mean?

Christos means "the anointed one" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Christos and Theodore boy or girl names?

Christos is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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