Dion vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dion

Boy #1,119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, godly"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek French African-American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,119
Total SSA Count
191
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Di

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Popularity Comparison

Dion Rank #1,119
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1119 for Dion.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dion ___

  • Dion Michael
  • Dion James
  • Dion Alexander
  • Dion Andrew
  • Dion Thomas
  • Dion Marcus

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 Dion

Leon Marcus Nadia Elena Zara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dion or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dion at #1119 in the United States.

What do Dion and Theodore mean?

Dion means "divine, godly" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dion and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dion is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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