Faber vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Faber

Boy #28,599 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"craftsman, smith"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German Dutch French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28,599
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Fab

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

Similar Names

Candor Aros
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Popularity Comparison

Faber Rank #28,599
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #28599 for Faber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Faber ___

  • Faber James
  • Faber Michael
  • Faber William
  • Faber Henry
  • Faber Thomas
  • Faber Dale

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 Faber

Turner Fletcher Cooper Mason Garner

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Faber or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Faber at #28599 in the United States.

What do Faber and Theodore mean?

Faber means "craftsman, smith" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Faber and Theodore boy or girl names?

Faber is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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