Giles vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Giles

Boy #5,104 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young goat"

Origin: Greek (aigidion)

Cultural Roots

English French Medieval European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,104
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gil, Giy, Giie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Giles Rank #5,104
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5104 for Giles.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Giles ___

  • Giles Henry
  • Giles William
  • Giles Edward
  • Giles Thomas
  • Giles Frederick
  • Giles Arthur

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 Giles

Miles Hugo Ambrose Felix Cecily

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Giles or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Giles at #5104 in the United States.

What do Giles and Theodore mean?

Giles means "young goat" (Greek (aigidion) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Giles and Theodore boy or girl names?

Giles is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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