Edwin vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Win

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #383 for Edwin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edwin ___

  • Edwin James
  • Edwin Charles
  • Edwin Allen
  • Edwin Albert
  • Edwin Lee
  • Edwin Francis

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 Edwin

Arthur Herbert Dorothy Mabel Florence

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Theodore mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Edwin and Theodore boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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