Myron vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myron

Boy #1,695 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant oil"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,695
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ron

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Myron Rank #1,695
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1695 for Myron.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Myron ___

  • Myron James
  • Myron Lee
  • Myron Scott
  • Myron Allen
  • Myron Douglas

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 Myron

Byron Irene Sylvia Leonard Miriam

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myron or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Myron at #1695 in the United States.

What do Myron and Theodore mean?

Myron means "myrrh, fragrant oil" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Myron and Theodore boy or girl names?

Myron is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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