Elroy vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elroy

Boy #4,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the king"

Origin: Old French (le roi)

Cultural Roots

American English French African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,236
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
El, Roy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Elroy Rank #4,236
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4236 for Elroy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elroy ___

  • Elroy James
  • Elroy Dean
  • Elroy Augustus
  • Elroy Vincent
  • Elroy Francis
  • Elroy Wallace

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elroy or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Elroy at #4236 in the United States.

What do Elroy and Theodore mean?

Elroy means "the king" (Old French (le roi) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Elroy and Theodore boy or girl names?

Elroy is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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