Leigh vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leigh

Girl #3,426 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"woodland clearing, meadow"

Origin: Old English leah

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,426
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lei, Ley, Leie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Leigh Rank #3,426
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3426 for Leigh.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leigh ___

  • Leigh Anne
  • Leigh Marie
  • Leigh Elizabeth
  • Leigh Rose
  • Leigh Catherine
  • Leigh Frances

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 Leigh

Brett Kyle Dawn Glen Brooke

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leigh or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leigh at #3426 in the United States.

What do Leigh and Theodore mean?

Leigh means "woodland clearing, meadow" (Old English leah origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leigh and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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