Obi vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Obi

Boy #3,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"child born at a prosperous time"

Origin: Igbo

Cultural Roots

Igbo Nigerian African English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,834
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Obi Rank #3,834
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3834 for Obi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Obi ___

  • Obi James
  • Obi Emmanuel
  • Obi David
  • Obi Chukwu
  • Obi Maxwell

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 Obi

Emeka Chidi Adaeze Ngozi Tobenna

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obi or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Obi at #3834 in the United States.

What do Obi and Theodore mean?

Obi means "child born at a prosperous time" (Igbo origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Obi and Theodore boy or girl names?

Obi is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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