Clyde vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clyde

Boy #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#728
Total SSA Count
359
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cly, Clie, Clykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clyde Rank #728
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #728 for Clyde.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clyde ___

  • Clyde River
  • Clyde James
  • Clyde Owen
  • Clyde Bennett
  • Clyde Douglas
  • Clyde Edward

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 Clyde

Bonnie Roy Earl Pearl Ruby

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Theodore mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Clyde and Theodore boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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