Haven vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Haven

Girl #202 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, sanctuary"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#202
Total SSA Count
1,517
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hav

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Haven Rank #202
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #202 for Haven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Haven ___

  • Haven Grace
  • Haven Rose
  • Haven Leigh
  • Haven Mae
  • Haven Elise
  • Haven Lynn

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 Haven

Journey Sage Quinn River Skye

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haven or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Haven at #202 in the United States.

What do Haven and Theodore mean?

Haven means "shelter, sanctuary" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Haven and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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