Edgar vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #460 for Edgar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edgar ___

  • Edgar James
  • Edgar Allan
  • Edgar William
  • Edgar Thomas
  • Edgar Joseph
  • Edgar Lee

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 Edgar

Edmund Arthur Clement Adelaide Vivienne

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Theodore mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Edgar and Theodore boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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