Patton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patton

Boy #2,307 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Patrick's town, fighter's settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,307
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pat, Patt

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Patton Rank #2,307
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2307 for Patton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Patton ___

  • Patton James
  • Patton Lee
  • Patton William
  • Patton George
  • Patton Allen
  • Patton Scott

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Patton

Parker Hudson Lincoln Hadley Reagan

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Patton at #2307 in the United States.

What do Patton and Theodore mean?

Patton means "Patrick's town, fighter's settlement" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Patton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Patton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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