Grant vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grant

Boy #241 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"large, great"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#241
Total SSA Count
1,453
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gra, Gry, Grie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Grant Rank #241
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #241 for Grant.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Grant ___

  • Grant Thomas
  • Grant William
  • Grant Alexander
  • Grant James
  • Grant Edward
  • Grant Michael

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 Grant

Reid Blake Claire Sloane Brooks

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Theodore mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Grant and Theodore boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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