Lysander vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lysander

Boy #2,200 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"liberator of men; freer of man"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English Literary Classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,200
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ly, Sandy, Zander

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lysander Rank #2,200
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2200 for Lysander.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lysander ___

  • Lysander James
  • Lysander Hugh
  • Lysander Arthur
  • Lysander Edmund
  • Lysander William
  • Lysander Theodore

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 Lysander

Leander Araminta Cassius Evangeline Ptolemy

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lysander or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Lysander at #2200 in the United States.

What do Lysander and Theodore mean?

Lysander means "liberator of men; freer of man" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Lysander and Theodore boy or girl names?

Lysander is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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