Justin vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Justin

Boy #199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"just, righteous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#199
Total SSA Count
1,788
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jus

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Justin Rank #199
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #199 for Justin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Justin ___

  • Justin James
  • Justin Michael
  • Justin Alexander
  • Justin Lee
  • Justin Ryan
  • Justin 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 Justin

Brandon Tyler Brittany Ashley Ryan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Justin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Justin at #199 in the United States.

What do Justin and Theodore mean?

Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Justin and Theodore boy or girl names?

Justin is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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