Cutler vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cutler

Boy #2,900 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maker or seller of knives"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,900
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cut, Cutter

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cutler Rank #2,900
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2900 for Cutler.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cutler ___

  • Cutler James
  • Cutler Lee
  • Cutler Ray
  • Cutler Cole
  • Cutler Grant

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 Cutler

Fletcher Cooper Tanner Hunter Sawyer

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cutler or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cutler at #2900 in the United States.

What do Cutler and Theodore mean?

Cutler means "maker or seller of knives" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cutler and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cutler is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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