Hunter vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hunter

Boy #128 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"huntsman, pursuer"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#128
Total SSA Count
2,831
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hunt

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Popularity Comparison

Hunter Rank #128
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #128 for Hunter.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hunter ___

  • Hunter James
  • Hunter Cole
  • Hunter Reid
  • Hunter Blake
  • Hunter Scott
  • Hunter Grey

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 Hunter

Chase Wyatt Sawyer Parker Harley

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunter or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hunter at #128 in the United States.

What do Hunter and Theodore mean?

Hunter means "huntsman, pursuer" (Middle English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hunter and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hunter is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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