Hendrik vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hendrik

Boy #2,731 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home, home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Dutch German South African Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,731
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hein, Hennie, Rik

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hendrik Rank #2,731
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2731 for Hendrik.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hendrik ___

  • Hendrik Jan
  • Hendrik Pieter
  • Hendrik Willem
  • Hendrik Louis
  • Hendrik Eduard

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 Hendrik

Willem Pieter Anneliese Marieke Dirk

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hendrik or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hendrik at #2731 in the United States.

What do Hendrik and Theodore mean?

Hendrik means "ruler of the home, home ruler" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hendrik and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hendrik is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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