Reginald vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reginald

Boy #1,181 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"counsel, power"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,181
Total SSA Count
176
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Reg, Reggie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Reginald Rank #1,181
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Reginald ___

  • Reginald Arthur
  • Reginald James
  • Reginald Edward
  • Reginald Thomas
  • Reginald William
  • Reginald George

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 Reginald

Archibald Theodore Millicent Beatrice Edmund

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reginald or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Reginald and Theodore mean?

Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Reginald and Theodore boy or girl names?

Reginald is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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