Jarrod vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jarrod

Boy #4,814 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descent, to descend"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,814
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
JR, Rod

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Popularity Comparison

Jarrod Rank #4,814
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4814 for Jarrod.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jarrod ___

  • Jarrod Michael
  • Jarrod Thomas
  • Jarrod James
  • Jarrod William
  • Jarrod Lee
  • Jarrod Scott

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 Jarrod

Brandon Tyler Kyle Chelsea Brittany

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jarrod or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jarrod at #4814 in the United States.

What do Jarrod and Theodore mean?

Jarrod means "descent, to descend" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jarrod and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jarrod is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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