Reeve vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reeve

Boy #3,416 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Old English gerefa (administrator)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,416
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ree, Rey, Reie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Reeve Rank #3,416
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3416 for Reeve.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Reeve ___

  • Reeve Thomas
  • Reeve James
  • Reeve William
  • Reeve Henry
  • Reeve Allen
  • Reeve Arthur

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 Reeve

Wren Sloane Piper Archer Beckett

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reeve or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Reeve at #3416 in the United States.

What do Reeve and Theodore mean?

Reeve means "from Old English gerefa (administrator)" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Reeve and Theodore boy or girl names?

Reeve is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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