Locke vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Loc, Loy, Loie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Locke Rank #2,493
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2493 for Locke.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Locke ___

  • Locke James
  • Locke Henry
  • Locke William
  • Locke Thomas
  • Locke Alexander
  • Locke Edward

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 Locke

Sutton Piper Crew Blythe Greer

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Locke or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Locke at #2493 in the United States.

What do Locke and Theodore mean?

Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Locke and Theodore boy or girl names?

Locke is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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