Dave vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dave

Boy #2,019 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"uncle"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,019
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Davey, Davy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dave Rank #2,019
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2019 for Dave.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dave ___

  • Dave James
  • Dave Michael
  • Dave Thomas
  • Dave William
  • Dave Paul
  • Dave Allen

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 Dave

Mark Paul John Linda Carol

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dave or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dave at #2019 in the United States.

What do Dave and Theodore mean?

Dave means "uncle" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dave and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dave is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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