Percy vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Perce

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Percy Rank #1,256
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1256 for Percy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Percy ___

  • Percy James
  • Percy Arthur
  • Percy Edmund
  • Percy Oliver
  • Percy George
  • Percy Fox

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Percy

Atticus Hugo Harriet Clem Gus

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Percy and Theodore mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Percy and Theodore boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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