Lyndon vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyndon

Boy #1,752 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lime tree hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,752
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lyn, Lindy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lyndon Rank #1,752
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1752 for Lyndon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lyndon ___

  • Lyndon James
  • Lyndon Earl
  • Lyndon Thomas
  • Lyndon Ray
  • Lyndon Scott
  • Lyndon Paul

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Lyndon

Gordon Warren Edith Gretchen Carter

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyndon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lyndon at #1752 in the United States.

What do Lyndon and Theodore mean?

Lyndon means "lime tree hill" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lyndon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lyndon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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