Melek vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melek

Girl #2,938 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"angel"

Origin: Turkish/Arabic

Cultural Roots

Turkish Arabic Muslim Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,938
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Melek Rank #2,938
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2938 for Melek.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Melek ___

  • Melek Nur
  • Melek Rana
  • Melek Defne
  • Melek Yasemin
  • Melek Elif
  • Melek Naz

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 Melek

Yusuf Zeynep Omer Elif Tariq

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melek or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Melek at #2938 in the United States.

What do Melek and Theodore mean?

Melek means "angel" (Turkish/Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Melek and Theodore boy or girl names?

Melek is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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