Mahlon vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Mahlon Rank #3,441
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3441 for Mahlon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mahlon ___

  • Mahlon James
  • Mahlon Robert
  • Mahlon Edward
  • Mahlon Thomas
  • Mahlon David
  • Mahlon Alexander

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 Mahlon

Naomi Ruth Boaz Ezra Levi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahlon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Mahlon at #3441 in the United States.

What do Mahlon and Theodore mean?

Mahlon means "sickness; weakness" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Mahlon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Mahlon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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