Eaton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eaton

Boy #33,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"water farmstead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#33,316
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eat, E

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Eaton Rank #33,316
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #33316 for Eaton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eaton ___

  • Eaton James
  • Eaton William
  • Eaton Thomas
  • Eaton Charles
  • Eaton Henry
  • Eaton John

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 Eaton

Easton Clayton Preston Payton Sutton

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eaton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eaton at #33316 in the United States.

What do Eaton and Theodore mean?

Eaton means "water farmstead" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eaton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eaton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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