Holt vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holt

Boy #1,918 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small forest, wooded grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,918
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Holt Rank #1,918
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1918 for Holt.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Holt ___

  • Holt James
  • Holt William
  • Holt Edward
  • Holt Thomas
  • Holt River
  • Holt Finn

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 Holt

Wren Forrest Sloane Blythe Reed

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holt or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Holt at #1918 in the United States.

What do Holt and Theodore mean?

Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Holt and Theodore boy or girl names?

Holt is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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