Oberon vs Theseus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oberon

Boy #3,740 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"elf ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,740
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Obi, Bear, Beron

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Oberon Rank #3,740
Theseus Rank #3,732

Theseus is more popular, ranked #3732 vs #3740 for Oberon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oberon ___

  • Oberon James
  • Oberon Reed
  • Oberon Cole
  • Oberon Finn
  • Oberon Luca
  • Oberon Sage

Theseus ___

  • Theseus Ajax
  • Theseus Leon
  • Theseus James
  • Theseus Cole
  • Theseus Atlas
  • Theseus Rex

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Oberon

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If you choose Theseus

Orion Perseus Achilles Penelope Ariadne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oberon or Theseus more popular?

Theseus is more popular, ranked #3732 compared to Oberon at #3740 in the United States.

What do Oberon and Theseus mean?

Oberon means "elf ruler" (Germanic origin). Theseus means "to set, to place, to establish" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Oberon and Theseus boy or girl names?

Oberon is primarily a boy name. Theseus is primarily a boy name.

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