Lamont vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lamont

Boy #2,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man of law, lawyer"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scottish African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,618
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Monte, Monty

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lamont Rank #2,618
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2618 for Lamont.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lamont ___

  • Lamont James
  • Lamont Andre
  • Lamont Eugene
  • Lamont Ray
  • Lamont Keith
  • Lamont Darnell

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamont or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lamont at #2618 in the United States.

What do Lamont and Theodore mean?

Lamont means "man of law, lawyer" (Old Norse origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lamont and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lamont is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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