Geoffrey vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geoffrey

Boy #3,091 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful territory, land of peace"

Origin: Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

English French American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,091
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Geoff, Jeff

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Geoffrey Rank #3,091
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3091 for Geoffrey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Geoffrey ___

  • Geoffrey James
  • Geoffrey Thomas
  • Geoffrey William
  • Geoffrey Charles
  • Geoffrey Robert
  • Geoffrey Edward

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 Geoffrey

Humphrey Reginald Nigel Rupert Harriet

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geoffrey or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Geoffrey at #3091 in the United States.

What do Geoffrey and Theodore mean?

Geoffrey means "peaceful territory, land of peace" (Germanic via Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Geoffrey and Theodore boy or girl names?

Geoffrey is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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