Lyon vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyon

Boy #1,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: French/Latin

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,890
Total SSA Count
84
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ly

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lyon Rank #1,890
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1890 for Lyon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lyon ___

  • Lyon James
  • Lyon Alexander
  • Lyon Thomas
  • Lyon William
  • Lyon Cole
  • Lyon Reid

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 Lyon

Sienna Paris Rowan Celeste Austen

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lyon at #1890 in the United States.

What do Lyon and Theodore mean?

Lyon means "lion" (French/Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lyon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lyon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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