Emeric vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emeric

Boy #2,332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, power"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

French Hungarian English Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,332
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Em, Ric, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emeric Rank #2,332
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2332 for Emeric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emeric ___

  • Emeric James
  • Emeric Charles
  • Emeric Louis
  • Emeric Thomas
  • Emeric William
  • Emeric John

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 Emeric

Cecile Mathilde Hugo Caspian Isolde

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emeric or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emeric at #2332 in the United States.

What do Emeric and Theodore mean?

Emeric means "home ruler, power" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emeric and Theodore boy or girl names?

Emeric is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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