Ellery vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellery

Girl #1,328 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"elder tree island"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,328
Total SSA Count
172
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, El, Elle

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ellery Rank #1,328
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1328 for Ellery.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellery ___

  • Ellery Jane
  • Ellery Mae
  • Ellery Rose
  • Ellery Grace
  • Ellery Ann
  • Ellery Kate

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 Ellery

Avery Emery Hadley Piper Rowan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellery or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ellery at #1328 in the United States.

What do Ellery and Theodore mean?

Ellery means "elder tree island" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ellery and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ellery is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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