Floyd vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Floyd

Boy #2,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anglicization of Welsh Llwyd"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,176
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Flo, Fly, Flie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Floyd Rank #2,176
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Floyd ___

  • Floyd Dean
  • Floyd Ray
  • Floyd Lee
  • Floyd James
  • Floyd Dale
  • Floyd Wayne

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 Floyd

Earl Clyde Dale Loretta Ruby

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Floyd or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Floyd and Theodore mean?

Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Floyd and Theodore boy or girl names?

Floyd is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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