Overton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Overton

Boy #42,324 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"upper settlement, settlement above the valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42,324
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ovie, Otto, Ton

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Overton Rank #42,324
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #42324 for Overton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Overton ___

  • Overton James
  • Overton Reed
  • Overton Cole
  • Overton Grant
  • Overton Elliot

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 Overton

Ashton Weston Preston Colton

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Overton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Overton at #42324 in the United States.

What do Overton and Theodore mean?

Overton means "upper settlement, settlement above the valley" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Overton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Overton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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