Hansel vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hansel

Boy #1,666 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via German

Cultural Roots

German Swiss Austrian Nordic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,666
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hans, Han

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hansel Rank #1,666
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1666 for Hansel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hansel ___

  • Hansel Friedrich
  • Hansel Wilhelm
  • Hansel Georg
  • Hansel Karl
  • Hansel Ernst
  • Hansel Peter

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 Hansel

Gretel Klaus Liesel Fritz Greta

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hansel or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hansel at #1666 in the United States.

What do Hansel and Theodore mean?

Hansel means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hansel and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hansel is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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