Lester vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lester

Boy #1,578 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Roman fort on the River Leir"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,578
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Les

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lester Rank #1,578
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1578 for Lester.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lester ___

  • Lester Wayne
  • Lester Dale
  • Lester James
  • Lester Ray
  • Lester Glenn
  • Lester Harold

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 Lester

Chester Clifford Mildred Harold Edna

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lester or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lester at #1578 in the United States.

What do Lester and Theodore mean?

Lester means "Roman fort on the River Leir" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lester and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lester is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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