Male vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Male

Boy #5,281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea, sailor, strength"

Origin: Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,281
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Male Rank #5,281
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5281 for Male.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Male ___

  • Male Kai
  • Male Lani
  • Male Dean
  • Male James
  • Male River
  • Male Cole

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 Male

Kai Lani Hoku Nalu Koa

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Male or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Male at #5281 in the United States.

What do Male and Theodore mean?

Male means "sea, sailor, strength" (Polynesian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Male and Theodore boy or girl names?

Male is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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