Lauren vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lauren

Girl #351 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum, the laurel city"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#351
Total SSA Count
879
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laur, Laurie, Ren

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lauren Rank #351
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #351 for Lauren.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lauren ___

  • Lauren Elizabeth
  • Lauren Marie
  • Lauren Anne
  • Lauren Grace
  • Lauren Nicole
  • Lauren Ashley

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 Lauren

Ashley Megan Ryan Kyle Brittany

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lauren or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lauren at #351 in the United States.

What do Lauren and Theodore mean?

Lauren means "from Laurentum, the laurel city" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lauren and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lauren is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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