Raul vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rau, Raulito

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Raul Rank #610
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #610 for Raul.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Raul ___

  • Raul Antonio
  • Raul Eduardo
  • Raul Miguel
  • Raul Hernández
  • Raul Gabriel
  • Raul Alejandro

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 Raul

Isabel Carmen Valentina Santiago Andrés

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raul or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Raul at #610 in the United States.

What do Raul and Theodore mean?

Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Raul and Theodore boy or girl names?

Raul is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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