Greg vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Greg

Boy #4,526 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,526
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gregg

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Popularity Comparison

Greg Rank #4,526
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4526 for Greg.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Greg ___

  • Greg Allen
  • Greg Thomas
  • Greg Michael
  • Greg Patrick
  • Greg James

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 Greg

Scott Brad Todd Karen Linda

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greg or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Greg at #4526 in the United States.

What do Greg and Theodore mean?

Greg means "watchful, alert" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Greg and Theodore boy or girl names?

Greg is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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