Jarod vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jarod

Boy #5,480 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he who descends"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,480
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jay, Rod

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jarod Rank #5,480
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5480 for Jarod.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jarod ___

  • Jarod Michael
  • Jarod Thomas
  • Jarod Lee
  • Jarod Alan
  • Jarod Scott
  • Jarod Wayne

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jarod or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jarod at #5480 in the United States.

What do Jarod and Theodore mean?

Jarod means "he who descends" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jarod and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jarod is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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