Hagen vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hagen

Boy #2,161 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"enclosed pasture, fortified place"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Norse German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,161
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hage

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Popularity Comparison

Hagen Rank #2,161
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2161 for Hagen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hagen ___

  • Hagen James
  • Hagen Scott
  • Hagen Lee
  • Hagen Erik
  • Hagen William

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 Hagen

Freya Bjorn Astrid Leif Sigrid

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hagen or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hagen at #2161 in the United States.

What do Hagen and Theodore mean?

Hagen means "enclosed pasture, fortified place" (Old High German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hagen and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hagen is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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