Odysseus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Odysseus

Boy #3,134 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"wrathful, to cause pain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Classical English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,134
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ody, Dys, Odi

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Odysseus Rank #3,134
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3134 for Odysseus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Odysseus ___

  • Odysseus James
  • Odysseus Rex
  • Odysseus Cole
  • Odysseus Maximus
  • Odysseus Soren
  • Odysseus Orion

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Odysseus

Achilles Perseus Penelope Cassandra Ajax

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Odysseus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Odysseus at #3134 in the United States.

What do Odysseus and Theodore mean?

Odysseus means "wrathful, to cause pain" (Ancient Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Odysseus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Odysseus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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