Ladd vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ladd

Boy #4,806 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young man, boy"

Origin: Middle English 'ladde'

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,806
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ladd Rank #4,806
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4806 for Ladd.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ladd ___

  • Ladd Michael
  • Ladd James
  • Ladd Thomas
  • Ladd Dean
  • Ladd Eugene
  • Ladd William

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 Ladd

Chad Brad Brent Tammy Sandy

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ladd or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ladd at #4806 in the United States.

What do Ladd and Theodore mean?

Ladd means "young man, boy" (Middle English 'ladde' origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ladd and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ladd is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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