Hendrick vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hendrick

Boy #1,575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Dutch German Scandinavian South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,575
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rick, Hank

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hendrick Rank #1,575
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1575 for Hendrick.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hendrick ___

  • Hendrick James
  • Hendrick Cole
  • Hendrick Lee
  • Hendrick Reid
  • Hendrick Grant
  • Hendrick Paul

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 Hendrick

Willem Beatrix Sigrid Emmett Isadora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hendrick or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hendrick at #1575 in the United States.

What do Hendrick and Theodore mean?

Hendrick means "ruler of the home" (Old High German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hendrick and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hendrick is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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