Lew vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lew

Boy #7,242 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"famous warrior (from Chlodwig/Louis)"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh Scottish Jewish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,242
Total SSA Count
12
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lew Rank #7,242
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #7242 for Lew.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lew ___

  • Lew Harrison
  • Lew Archer
  • Lew Henry
  • Lew Whitmore
  • Lew Tanner

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 Lew

Sal Ned Dot Vera Bess

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lew or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lew at #7242 in the United States.

What do Lew and Theodore mean?

Lew means "famous warrior (from Chlodwig/Louis)" (Old High German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lew and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lew is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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