Myles vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Myl, Myy, Myie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Myles Rank #99
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #99 for Myles.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Myles ___

  • Myles Alexander
  • Myles Thomas
  • Myles James
  • Myles William
  • Myles Edward
  • Myles Owen

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 Myles

Ellis Felix Hugo Ida Cecily

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myles or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Myles at #99 in the United States.

What do Myles and Theodore mean?

Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Myles and Theodore boy or girl names?

Myles is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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