Denis vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denis

Boy #1,643 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus, god of wine"

Origin: Greek Dionysios

Cultural Roots

French Russian Eastern European Spanish-speaking Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,643
Total SSA Count
103
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Den, Deni, Denny

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Denis Rank #1,643
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1643 for Denis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Denis ___

  • Denis Philippe
  • Denis Marc
  • Denis Patrick
  • Denis Pierre
  • Denis Antoine
  • Denis Julien

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 Denis

Nicolas Laurent Sophie Chloe Fabien

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denis or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Denis at #1643 in the United States.

What do Denis and Theodore mean?

Denis means "follower of Dionysus, god of wine" (Greek Dionysios origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Denis and Theodore boy or girl names?

Denis is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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