Denton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denton

Boy #3,993 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the valley town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,993
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Den, Denny

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Denton Rank #3,993
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3993 for Denton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Denton ___

  • Denton James
  • Denton Ray
  • Denton Cole
  • Denton Lee
  • Denton 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 Denton

Preston Sutton Weston Hadley Marlowe

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Denton at #3993 in the United States.

What do Denton and Theodore mean?

Denton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Denton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Denton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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