Cruz vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cruz

Boy #302 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American American Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#302
Total SSA Count
1,110
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cruzy, Cru

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cruz Rank #302
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #302 for Cruz.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cruz ___

  • Cruz Cruz Miguel
  • Cruz Cruz Antonio
  • Cruz Cruz Rafael
  • Cruz Cruz Sebastian
  • Cruz Cruz Emmanuel

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 Cruz

Diego Mateo Santiago Isabella Valentina

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cruz or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cruz at #302 in the United States.

What do Cruz and Theodore mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cruz and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cruz is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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