Eder vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Eder Rank #1,689
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1689 for Eder.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eder ___

  • Eder James
  • Eder Mateo
  • Eder Lucas
  • Eder Paul
  • Eder Noel

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 Eder

Eden Ethan Levi Miriam Naomi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eder or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eder at #1689 in the United States.

What do Eder and Theodore mean?

Eder means "flock, herd" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eder and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eder is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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