Dutton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dutton

Boy #737 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"farm settlement of Dudda"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#737
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dut

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dutton Rank #737
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #737 for Dutton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dutton ___

  • Dutton James
  • Dutton Cole
  • Dutton Reid
  • Dutton Lane
  • Dutton Scott
  • Dutton Grey

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 Dutton

Walker Sutton Colby Scout June

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dutton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dutton at #737 in the United States.

What do Dutton and Theodore mean?

Dutton means "farm settlement of Dudda" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dutton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dutton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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