Emry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emry

Girl #1,784 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home strength"

Origin: Germanic Amalric via Old French Émeri

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,784
Total SSA Count
113
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Em, Emmie, Emz

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emry Rank #1,784
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1784 for Emry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emry ___

  • Emry Jane
  • Emry Rose
  • Emry Grace
  • Emry Claire
  • Emry Kate
  • Emry Fern

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 Emry

Ivy Wren Finn Archer Hazel

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emry at #1784 in the United States.

What do Emry and Theodore mean?

Emry means "home strength" (Germanic Amalric via Old French Émeri origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emry and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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