Lazlo vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lazlo

Boy #6,542 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous ruler, glorious reign"

Origin: Slavic

Cultural Roots

Hungarian Polish Czech Slavic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,542
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laz, Las

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lazlo Rank #6,542
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6542 for Lazlo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lazlo ___

  • Lazlo James
  • Lazlo Alexander
  • Lazlo Emil
  • Lazlo Hugo
  • Lazlo Felix

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 Lazlo

Zara Mira Attila Petra Otto

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lazlo or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lazlo at #6542 in the United States.

What do Lazlo and Theodore mean?

Lazlo means "famous ruler, glorious reign" (Slavic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lazlo and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lazlo is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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