Hampton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hampton

Boy #1,522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high settlement or estate"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English WASP/preppy American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,522
Total SSA Count
116
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hamp, Ham

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Popularity Comparison

Hampton Rank #1,522
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1522 for Hampton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hampton ___

  • Hampton James
  • Hampton William
  • Hampton Edward
  • Hampton Lee
  • Hampton Grant

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 Hampton

Sutton Chandler Wellington Hadley Whitmore

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hampton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hampton at #1522 in the United States.

What do Hampton and Theodore mean?

Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hampton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hampton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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