Leonard vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leonard

Boy #674 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"brave lion, lion-strong"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German English French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#674
Total SSA Count
404
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Leo, Len, Lenny

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Leonard Rank #674
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #674 for Leonard.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leonard ___

  • Leonard James
  • Leonard Charles
  • Leonard Michael
  • Leonard William
  • Leonard Patrick
  • Leonard 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 Leonard

Walter Arthur Dorothy Harriet Eugene

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leonard or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leonard at #674 in the United States.

What do Leonard and Theodore mean?

Leonard means "brave lion, lion-strong" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leonard and Theodore boy or girl names?

Leonard is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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