Hadley vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hadley

Girl #114 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow covered in heather"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#114
Total SSA Count
2,380
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hads, Haddie, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hadley Rank #114
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #114 for Hadley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hadley ___

  • Hadley Grace
  • Hadley Rose
  • Hadley Jane
  • Hadley Mae
  • Hadley Claire
  • Hadley Frances

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 Hadley

Emerson Finley Everly Crew Westley

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hadley or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hadley at #114 in the United States.

What do Hadley and Theodore mean?

Hadley means "meadow covered in heather" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hadley and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hadley is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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