Jacques vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacques

Boy #2,375 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who takes the heel"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French Belgian Canadian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,375
Total SSA Count
59
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jac, Jack

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jacques Rank #2,375
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jacques ___

  • Jacques Henri
  • Jacques Pierre
  • Jacques Louis
  • Jacques François
  • Jacques André
  • Jacques Émile

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 Jacques

Pierre Henri Amélie Colette Isabelle

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacques or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jacques and Theodore mean?

Jacques means "supplanter, one who takes the heel" (Hebrew via French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jacques and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jacques is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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