Eamon vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eamon

Boy #1,504 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy protector"

Origin: Old English via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,504
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eam

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Eamon Rank #1,504
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1504 for Eamon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eamon ___

  • Eamon Patrick
  • Eamon James
  • Eamon Seán
  • Eamon Cormac
  • Eamon Fionn
  • Eamon Thomas

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 Eamon

Ciarán Fionn Siobhán Aoife Niamh

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eamon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eamon at #1504 in the United States.

What do Eamon and Theodore mean?

Eamon means "wealthy protector" (Old English via Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eamon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eamon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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