Orion vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ori, Rion

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Orion Rank #326
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #326 for Orion.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Orion ___

  • Orion James
  • Orion Alexander
  • Orion Cole
  • Orion Blake
  • Orion Reid

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 Orion

Atlas Perseus Cassian Lyra Aurora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Orion at #326 in the United States.

What do Orion and Theodore mean?

Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Orion and Theodore boy or girl names?

Orion is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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