Elsie vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elsie

Girl #155 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (via Scottish)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#155
Total SSA Count
1,901
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Els, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Elsie Rank #155
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #155 for Elsie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elsie ___

  • Elsie Mae
  • Elsie Rose
  • Elsie Jane
  • Elsie Kate
  • Elsie Grace
  • Elsie Pearl

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 Elsie

Archie Bertie Hazel Poppy Ned

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elsie or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Elsie at #155 in the United States.

What do Elsie and Theodore mean?

Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Elsie and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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