Larry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American British Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lar

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Popularity Comparison

Larry Rank #1,070
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1070 for Larry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Larry ___

  • Larry James
  • Larry David
  • Larry Gene
  • Larry Allen
  • Larry Wayne

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 Larry

Gary Barry Terry Susan Sandra

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Larry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Larry at #1070 in the United States.

What do Larry and Theodore mean?

Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Larry and Theodore boy or girl names?

Larry is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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