Layton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Layton

Boy #693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"herb farm, meadow settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
389
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lay, Layt, Layty

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Layton Rank #693
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #693 for Layton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Layton ___

  • Layton James
  • Layton Cole
  • Layton Reid
  • Layton Blake
  • Layton Hayes
  • Layton Allen

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 Layton

Peyton Clayton Sutton Harlow Weston

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Layton at #693 in the United States.

What do Layton and Theodore mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Layton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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