Hattie vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hattie

Girl #382 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#382
Total SSA Count
819
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hat

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Popularity Comparison

Hattie Rank #382
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #382 for Hattie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hattie ___

  • Hattie Mae
  • Hattie Pearl
  • Hattie Belle
  • Hattie Lou
  • Hattie Grace
  • Hattie Jane

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 Hattie

Millie Nellie Bertie Arthur Walter

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hattie or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hattie at #382 in the United States.

What do Hattie and Theodore mean?

Hattie means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic via Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hattie and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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