Marshall vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marshall

Boy #392 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of horses, horse servant"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#392
Total SSA Count
830
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mars, Marsh

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Popularity Comparison

Marshall Rank #392
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #392 for Marshall.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marshall ___

  • Marshall James
  • Marshall Thomas
  • Marshall Lee
  • Marshall Wayne
  • Marshall David
  • Marshall Allen

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Marshall

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Theodore mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Marshall and Theodore boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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