Jefferson vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Jefferson Rank #711
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #711 for Jefferson.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jefferson ___

  • Jefferson James
  • Jefferson Lee
  • Jefferson Davis
  • Jefferson Grant
  • Jefferson Cole
  • Jefferson Thomas

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 Jefferson

Lincoln Madison Harrison Monroe Hamilton

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jefferson at #711 in the United States.

What do Jefferson and Theodore mean?

Jefferson means "son of Jeffrey, son of God's peace" (Old English via Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jefferson and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jefferson is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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