Poe vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Poe Rank #25,889
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #25889 for Poe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Poe ___

  • Poe Grace
  • Poe Elaine
  • Poe River
  • Poe Blue
  • Poe Wren

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 Poe

Raven Keats Frost Sage Emerson

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poe or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Poe at #25889 in the United States.

What do Poe and Theodore mean?

Poe means "peacock" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Poe and Theodore boy or girl names?

Poe is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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