Rae vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rae

Girl #1,260 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew (via Rachel)

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,260
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Rae Rank #1,260
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1260 for Rae.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rae ___

  • Rae Ellen
  • Rae Marie
  • Rae Louise
  • Rae Elizabeth
  • Rae Ann
  • Rae Christine

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 Rae

Leo June Mae Beau Nora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rae or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rae at #1260 in the United States.

What do Rae and Theodore mean?

Rae means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew (via Rachel) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rae and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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