Darren vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darren

Boy #955 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oak grove, great"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#955
Total SSA Count
238
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dar, Daz

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Darren Rank #955
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #955 for Darren.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darren ___

  • Darren James
  • Darren Michael
  • Darren Patrick
  • Darren Thomas
  • Darren Lee
  • Darren Scott

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 Darren

Kevin Karen Deirdre Shane Brendan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darren or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Darren at #955 in the United States.

What do Darren and Theodore mean?

Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Darren and Theodore boy or girl names?

Darren is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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