Perrin vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Perrin

Boy #3,772 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little rock, little stone"

Origin: Old French diminutive of Pierre

Cultural Roots

French English Medieval

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,772
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Perry

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Perrin Rank #3,772
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3772 for Perrin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Perrin ___

  • Perrin James
  • Perrin Cole
  • Perrin Fox
  • Perrin Sage
  • Perrin Grey
  • Perrin Reed

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perrin or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Perrin at #3772 in the United States.

What do Perrin and Theodore mean?

Perrin means "little rock, little stone" (Old French diminutive of Pierre origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Perrin and Theodore boy or girl names?

Perrin is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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