Melvin vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#876
Total SSA Count
275
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mel

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Melvin Rank #876
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #876 for Melvin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Melvin ___

  • Melvin James
  • Melvin Ray
  • Melvin Lee
  • Melvin Wayne
  • Melvin Dean
  • Melvin Scott

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 Melvin

Dennis Gary Roger Carol Shirley

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melvin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Melvin and Theodore mean?

Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Melvin and Theodore boy or girl names?

Melvin is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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