Dodge vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dodge

Boy #5,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of Roger, famous spear"

Origin: English medieval surname

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,027
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dod, Doy, Doie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dodge Rank #5,027
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5027 for Dodge.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dodge ___

  • Dodge James
  • Dodge Lee
  • Dodge Allen
  • Dodge Ray
  • Dodge Scott
  • Dodge Wayne

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 Dodge

Blaze Reed Knox Gunner Scout

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dodge or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dodge at #5027 in the United States.

What do Dodge and Theodore mean?

Dodge means "son of Roger, famous spear" (English medieval surname origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dodge and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dodge is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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