Eugene vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gene

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Eugene Rank #871
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #871 for Eugene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eugene ___

  • Eugene Arthur
  • Eugene Clifford
  • Eugene Walter
  • Eugene Raymond
  • Eugene Herbert
  • Eugene Chester

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 Eugene

Walter Raymond Beatrice Dorothy Mildred

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Eugene and Theodore mean?

Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Eugene and Theodore boy or girl names?

Eugene is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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