Linus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,423
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lin, Lee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Linus Rank #1,423
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1423 for Linus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Linus ___

  • Linus James
  • Linus August
  • Linus Theodore
  • Linus Oliver
  • Linus Felix
  • Linus Hugo

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Linus

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Linus and Theodore mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Linus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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