Clint vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clint

Boy #2,460 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rocky hill settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,460
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cli, Cly, Clie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clint Rank #2,460
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2460 for Clint.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clint ___

  • Clint James
  • Clint Lee
  • Clint Ray
  • Clint Dale
  • Clint Wayne
  • Clint Dean

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 Clint

Duke Rex Donna Brenda Dale

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clint or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clint at #2460 in the United States.

What do Clint and Theodore mean?

Clint means "rocky hill settlement" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Clint and Theodore boy or girl names?

Clint is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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