Hyrum vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hyrum

Boy #2,693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother, my brother is high"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Mormon/LDS English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,693
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hyrum Rank #2,693
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2693 for Hyrum.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hyrum ___

  • Hyrum Joseph
  • Hyrum James
  • Hyrum Clark
  • Hyrum David
  • Hyrum Lee
  • Hyrum Allen

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 Hyrum

Joseph Brigham Nephi Alma Emma

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hyrum or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hyrum at #2693 in the United States.

What do Hyrum and Theodore mean?

Hyrum means "exalted brother, my brother is high" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hyrum and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hyrum is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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