Farzad vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Farzad

Boy #6,484 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"splendid, of radiant birth"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Iranian Persian Tajik Afghan

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,484
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Farz, Zad

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Popularity Comparison

Farzad Rank #6,484
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6484 for Farzad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Farzad ___

  • Farzad Ali
  • Farzad Reza
  • Farzad Dariush
  • Farzad Cyrus
  • Farzad Kamran
  • Farzad Nima

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Arash Dariush Nadia Shirin Leila

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Farzad or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Farzad at #6484 in the United States.

What do Farzad and Theodore mean?

Farzad means "splendid, of radiant birth" (Persian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Farzad and Theodore boy or girl names?

Farzad is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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