Miller vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miller

Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#439
Total SSA Count
721
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mill

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Popularity Comparison

Miller Rank #439
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #439 for Miller.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Miller ___

  • Miller James
  • Miller Reid
  • Miller Cole
  • Miller Grant
  • Miller Knox
  • Miller Hayes

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Miller

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miller or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Miller and Theodore mean?

Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Miller and Theodore boy or girl names?

Miller is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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