Gus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gus Rank #1,216
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1216 for Gus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gus ___

  • Gus William
  • Gus Henry
  • Gus Frederick
  • Gus James
  • Gus Elliott
  • Gus Alexander

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 Gus

Harriet Mabel Theodore Olive Archie

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Gus and Theodore mean?

Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Gus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Gus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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