Matthews vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Matthews Rank #4,628
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4628 for Matthews.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Matthews ___

  • Matthews James
  • Matthews Cole
  • Matthews Lee
  • Matthews Allen
  • Matthews Joseph
  • Matthews Crew

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 Matthews

Harrison Brooks Parker Hudson Emerson

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matthews or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Matthews at #4628 in the United States.

What do Matthews and Theodore mean?

Matthews means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Matthews and Theodore boy or girl names?

Matthews is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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