Neely vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neely

Girl #5,554 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"champion"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,554
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Nee

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Neely Rank #5,554
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5554 for Neely.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Neely ___

  • Neely Grace
  • Neely Marie
  • Neely Jane
  • Neely Rose
  • Neely Elizabeth
  • Neely Quinn

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 Neely

Finley Riley Delaney Rowan Cormac

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neely or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Neely at #5554 in the United States.

What do Neely and Theodore mean?

Neely means "champion" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Neely and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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