Douglas vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Douglas

Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#855
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Doug, Dougie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Douglas Rank #855
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #855 for Douglas.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Douglas ___

  • Douglas James
  • Douglas William
  • Douglas Scott
  • Douglas Lee
  • Douglas Alan
  • Douglas Grant

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 Douglas

Donald Kenneth Craig Bruce Sandra

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douglas or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Douglas at #855 in the United States.

What do Douglas and Theodore mean?

Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Douglas and Theodore boy or girl names?

Douglas is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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