Leroy vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leroy

Boy #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the king"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French African American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#864
Total SSA Count
278
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Roy, Lee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Leroy Rank #864
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #864 for Leroy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leroy ___

  • Leroy James
  • Leroy Wayne
  • Leroy Ray
  • Leroy Eugene
  • Leroy Dale
  • Leroy Curtis

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 Leroy

Delroy Elroy Curtis Eugene Loretta

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leroy or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Leroy at #864 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Theodore mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Leroy and Theodore boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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