Honor vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Honor

Boy #1,585 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"reputation, esteem"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,585
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hon, Hoy, Hoie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Honor Rank #1,585
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1585 for Honor.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Honor ___

  • Honor James
  • Honor William
  • Honor Lee
  • Honor Thomas
  • Honor Beckett
  • Honor Cole

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 Honor

Valor Justice Noble Greer Verity

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Honor or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Honor at #1585 in the United States.

What do Honor and Theodore mean?

Honor means "reputation, esteem" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Honor and Theodore boy or girl names?

Honor is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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