Fletcher vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fletcher

Boy #565 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"arrow maker"

Origin: Old French via Middle English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#565
Total SSA Count
523
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Fletch

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Fletcher Rank #565
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #565 for Fletcher.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fletcher ___

  • Fletcher James
  • Fletcher Wade
  • Fletcher Cole
  • Fletcher Grant
  • Fletcher Reid
  • Fletcher Dean

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 Fletcher

Archer Harper Cooper Sawyer Hunter

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fletcher or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Fletcher at #565 in the United States.

What do Fletcher and Theodore mean?

Fletcher means "arrow maker" (Old French via Middle English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Fletcher and Theodore boy or girl names?

Fletcher is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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