Cormac vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cormac

Boy #1,259 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"chariot boy"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,259
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cor, Mac

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cormac Rank #1,259
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1259 for Cormac.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cormac ___

  • Cormac James
  • Cormac Patrick
  • Cormac Finn
  • Cormac Liam
  • Cormac Sean
  • Cormac Hugh

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 Cormac

Finn Declan Siobhan Roisin Eoghan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cormac or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cormac at #1259 in the United States.

What do Cormac and Theodore mean?

Cormac means "chariot boy" (Old Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cormac and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cormac is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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