Manasseh vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Manasseh

Boy #3,837 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"causing to forget"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian Jewish African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,837
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Manny, Nasse

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
Full profile for Manasseh →

Popularity Comparison

Manasseh Rank #3,837
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3837 for Manasseh.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Manasseh ___

  • Manasseh James
  • Manasseh David
  • Manasseh Elijah
  • Manasseh Emmanuel
  • Manasseh Isaac

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 Manasseh

Ephraim Benjamin Simeon Miriam Dinah

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manasseh or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Manasseh at #3837 in the United States.

What do Manasseh and Theodore mean?

Manasseh means "causing to forget" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Manasseh and Theodore boy or girl names?

Manasseh is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons

Theodore vs Manasseh Manasseh vs Gauge Manasseh vs Nilo Manasseh vs Kaedyn Manasseh vs Ezana
← Full profile: Manasseh ← Full profile: Theodore Browse all baby names