Gabe vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gabe

Boy #4,653 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is my strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,653
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gabe Rank #4,653
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4653 for Gabe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gabe ___

  • Gabe Thomas
  • Gabe James
  • Gabe Lee
  • Gabe Ryan
  • Gabe Cole
  • Gabe Scott

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 Gabe

Sam Eli Nate Ella Lily

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gabe or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gabe at #4653 in the United States.

What do Gabe and Theodore mean?

Gabe means "God is my strength" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Gabe and Theodore boy or girl names?

Gabe is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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