Eitan vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eitan

Boy #1,122 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"permanent, steadfast"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Israeli Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,122
Total SSA Count
190
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eiti

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Eitan Rank #1,122
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1122 for Eitan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eitan ___

  • Eitan David
  • Eitan Michael
  • Eitan Joseph
  • Eitan Ariel
  • Eitan Samuel
  • Eitan Noah

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 Eitan

Noam Ariel Maya Tamar Avi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eitan or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eitan at #1122 in the United States.

What do Eitan and Theodore mean?

Eitan means "permanent, steadfast" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eitan and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eitan is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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