Pernell vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pernell

Boy #23,380 Most Popular

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #23,380
Total SSA Count: 6
Nicknames: Per, Pern, Perny

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Loras Lim Lovelace Winfrey

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Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #4
Total SSA Count: 12,011
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal
Nicknames: Theo, Teddy, Ted

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Ezra Adriel Waylon Diego

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Popularity Comparison

Pernell Rank #23,380

Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #23380 for Pernell.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pernell or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Pernell at #23380 in the United States.

What do Pernell and Theodore mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Pernell and Theodore boy or girl names?

Pernell is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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