Ellington vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Ellington Rank #3,567
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3567 for Ellington.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellington ___

  • Ellington Rose
  • Ellington Grace
  • Ellington Mae
  • Ellington Claire
  • Ellington Jane
  • Ellington Paige

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 Ellington

Remington Harlow Waverly Sutton Beckett

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellington or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ellington at #3567 in the United States.

What do Ellington and Theodore mean?

Ellington means "settlement of Ella's people" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ellington and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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