Raven vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raven

Girl #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the raven, large black crow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Norse-inspired Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#388
Total SSA Count
813
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Raye, Rae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Raven Rank #388
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #388 for Raven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Raven ___

  • Raven Grace
  • Raven Skye
  • Raven Belle
  • Raven Marie
  • Raven Elise
  • Raven Brooke

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 Raven

Phoenix Sage Ember Luna Orion

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raven or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Raven at #388 in the United States.

What do Raven and Theodore mean?

Raven means "the raven, large black crow" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Raven and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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