Penn vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Penn

Boy #2,952 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, headland, enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,952
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Penn Rank #2,952
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2952 for Penn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Penn ___

  • Penn James
  • Penn Oliver
  • Penn Alexander
  • Penn Harrison
  • Penn William
  • Penn August

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 Penn

Wren Slate Wells Bram Ford

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penn or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Penn at #2952 in the United States.

What do Penn and Theodore mean?

Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Penn and Theodore boy or girl names?

Penn is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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