Lemuel vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Lemuel Rank #2,131
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2131 for Lemuel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lemuel ___

  • Lemuel James
  • Lemuel John
  • Lemuel David
  • Lemuel Thomas
  • Lemuel Paul
  • Lemuel Nathan

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 Lemuel

Samuel Ezekiel Ezra Naomi Ruth

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lemuel or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lemuel at #2131 in the United States.

What do Lemuel and Theodore mean?

Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lemuel and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lemuel is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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