Lex vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lex

Boy #2,214 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"defender of men (short for Alexander)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,214
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2214 for Lex.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lex ___

  • Lex James
  • Lex Cole
  • Lex Reed
  • Lex Ryan
  • Lex Nathan
  • Lex Grey

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Lex

Max Rex Zoe Nora Mia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Lex and Theodore mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lex and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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