Eliot vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eliot

Boy #1,377 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek Elias

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,377
Total SSA Count
137
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eli, El

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Eliot Rank #1,377
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1377 for Eliot.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eliot ___

  • Eliot James
  • Eliot Thomas
  • Eliot Henry
  • Eliot David
  • Eliot John
  • Eliot Charles

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 Eliot

Oliver Theodore Hazel Clara Milo

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eliot or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eliot at #1377 in the United States.

What do Eliot and Theodore mean?

Eliot means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Greek Elias origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eliot and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eliot is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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