Doris vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,193
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dorie, Dory

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Popularity Comparison

Doris Rank #2,193
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2193 for Doris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Doris ___

  • Doris Jean
  • Doris Mae
  • Doris Louise
  • Doris Ann
  • Doris Ruth
  • Doris Marie

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 Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Doris and Theodore mean?

Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Doris and Theodore boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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