Emrys vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emrys

Boy #1,144 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, not mortal"

Origin: Greek via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Celtic British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Rys

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Emrys Rank #1,144
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1144 for Emrys.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emrys ___

  • Emrys Rhys
  • Emrys Llewellyn
  • Emrys Arthur
  • Emrys Owen
  • Emrys Finn
  • Emrys Caden

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 Emrys

Rhys Gwyneth Taliesin Elspeth Seren

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emrys or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Emrys at #1144 in the United States.

What do Emrys and Theodore mean?

Emrys means "immortal, not mortal" (Greek via Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Emrys and Theodore boy or girl names?

Emrys is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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