Leopold vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leopold

Boy #2,094 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"brave people, bold folk"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Belgian English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,094
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Leo, Poldi

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Leopold Rank #2,094
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2094 for Leopold.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leopold ___

  • Leopold James
  • Leopold Frederick
  • Leopold Arthur
  • Leopold William
  • Leopold Charles
  • Leopold Edward

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 Leopold

Augustus Maximilian Beatrice Cordelia Eugenia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leopold or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leopold at #2094 in the United States.

What do Leopold and Theodore mean?

Leopold means "brave people, bold folk" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leopold and Theodore boy or girl names?

Leopold is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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