Enrique vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Enrique

Boy #546 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#546
Total SSA Count
543
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kike, Ricky, Quique

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Enrique Rank #546
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #546 for Enrique.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Enrique ___

  • Enrique Miguel
  • Enrique Antonio
  • Enrique José
  • Enrique Carlos
  • Enrique Rafael
  • Enrique Luis

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 Enrique

Isabella Sofia Diego Valentina Alejandro

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Enrique or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Enrique at #546 in the United States.

What do Enrique and Theodore mean?

Enrique means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Enrique and Theodore boy or girl names?

Enrique is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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