Jet vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jet Rank #1,354
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1354 for Jet.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jet ___

  • Jet James
  • Jet Michael
  • Jet Alexander
  • Jet Lee
  • Jet Thomas
  • Jet Henry

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 Jet

Ace Bowie Dash Blaze Remy

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jet or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jet at #1354 in the United States.

What do Jet and Theodore mean?

Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jet and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jet is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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