Darwin vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Darwin Rank #841
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #841 for Darwin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darwin ___

  • Darwin James
  • Darwin Cole
  • Darwin Lee
  • Darwin Alexander
  • Darwin Thomas
  • Darwin Ray

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darwin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Darwin at #841 in the United States.

What do Darwin and Theodore mean?

Darwin means "beloved companion" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Darwin and Theodore boy or girl names?

Darwin is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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