Henrik vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henrik

Boy #921 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Swedish Norwegian Danish German Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#921
Total SSA Count
252
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hens, Rik, Harry

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Henrik Rank #921
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #921 for Henrik.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Henrik ___

  • Henrik Lars
  • Henrik Erik
  • Henrik Soren
  • Henrik Magnus
  • Henrik Karl
  • Henrik Wilhelm

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henrik or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Henrik at #921 in the United States.

What do Henrik and Theodore mean?

Henrik means "home ruler" (Old High German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Henrik and Theodore boy or girl names?

Henrik is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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