Enoch vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Enoch

Boy #719 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dedicated, initiated"

Origin: Hebrew Chanokh

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#719
Total SSA Count
367
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Eno, Nock

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Enoch Rank #719
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #719 for Enoch.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Enoch ___

  • Enoch James
  • Enoch David
  • Enoch William
  • Enoch Isaiah
  • Enoch Elias
  • Enoch Samuel

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 Enoch

Ezra Silas Miriam Esther Elijah

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Enoch or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Enoch at #719 in the United States.

What do Enoch and Theodore mean?

Enoch means "dedicated, initiated" (Hebrew Chanokh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Enoch and Theodore boy or girl names?

Enoch is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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