Davy vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davy

Boy #2,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, dear one"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,844
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dave

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Popularity Comparison

Davy Rank #2,844
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2844 for Davy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Davy ___

  • Davy James
  • Davy Lee
  • Davy Ray
  • Davy Cole
  • Davy Wayne
  • Davy Paul

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 Davy

Bobby Tommy Ricky Susie Peggy

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davy or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Davy at #2844 in the United States.

What do Davy and Theodore mean?

Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Davy and Theodore boy or girl names?

Davy is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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