Fitzgerald vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fitzgerald

Boy #2,235 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Gerald"

Origin: Anglo-Norman/Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,235
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Fitz, Gerald, Gerry

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Fitzgerald Rank #2,235
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2235 for Fitzgerald.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fitzgerald ___

  • Fitzgerald James
  • Fitzgerald Joseph
  • Fitzgerald Patrick
  • Fitzgerald Cole
  • Fitzgerald Reid
  • Fitzgerald William

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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Sullivan Kennedy Callahan Riordan Greer

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fitzgerald or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Fitzgerald at #2235 in the United States.

What do Fitzgerald and Theodore mean?

Fitzgerald means "son of Gerald" (Anglo-Norman/Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Fitzgerald and Theodore boy or girl names?

Fitzgerald is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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