Justus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Justus

Boy #1,814 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"just, righteous, upright"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,814
Total SSA Count
90
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jus, Just

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Justus Rank #1,814
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1814 for Justus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Justus ___

  • Justus Paul
  • Justus Luke
  • Justus Michael
  • Justus David
  • Justus Emmanuel
  • Justus Heinrich

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 Justus

Felix Augustin Theodora Perpetua Cornelius

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Justus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Justus at #1814 in the United States.

What do Justus and Theodore mean?

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

Are Justus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Justus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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