Oz vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oz

Boy #3,085 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength, power, courage"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Israeli Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,085
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ozzie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Oz Rank #3,085
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3085 for Oz.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oz ___

  • Oz James
  • Oz Lee
  • Oz Ray
  • Oz Cole
  • Oz Finn
  • Oz Gray

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 Oz

Ezra Eli Ari Zara Noa

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oz or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Oz at #3085 in the United States.

What do Oz and Theodore mean?

Oz means "strength, power, courage" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Oz and Theodore boy or girl names?

Oz is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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