Prince vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Prince

Boy #404 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"royal son; prince"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#404
Total SSA Count
797
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pri, Prin, Priny

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Prince Rank #404
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #404 for Prince.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Prince ___

  • Prince Alexander
  • Prince James
  • Prince Emmanuel
  • Prince Michael
  • Prince David
  • Prince Anthony

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 Prince

Royal King Duke Reign Legend

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prince or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Prince at #404 in the United States.

What do Prince and Theodore mean?

Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Prince and Theodore boy or girl names?

Prince is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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