Jude vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jude Rank #156
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #156 for Jude.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jude ___

  • Jude Alexander
  • Jude Michael
  • Jude William
  • Jude Henry
  • Jude Oliver
  • Jude 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 Jude

Violet Iris Leo Felix Eliza

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Jude and Theodore mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jude and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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