Henry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6
Total SSA Count
11,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hank, Harry, Hal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Henry Rank #6
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6 for Henry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Henry ___

  • Henry James
  • Henry William
  • Henry Thomas
  • Henry Alexander
  • Henry John
  • Henry Oliver

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 Henry

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Oliver

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Henry at #6 in the United States.

What do Henry and Theodore mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Henry and Theodore boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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