Jules vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jules

Boy #1,841 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"youthful, downy-bearded (first beard)"

Origin: Greek (ioulos)

Cultural Roots

French English American Belgian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,841
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jul, Juy, Juie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jules Rank #1,841
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1841 for Jules.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jules ___

  • Jules Henri
  • Jules Maxime
  • Jules Alexandre
  • Jules Olivier
  • Jules Leon
  • Jules Sebastian

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 Jules

Théo Margot Oscar Camille Léon

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jules or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jules at #1841 in the United States.

What do Jules and Theodore mean?

Jules means "youthful, downy-bearded (first beard)" (Greek (ioulos) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jules and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jules is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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