Reign vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reign

Girl #433 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rule, sovereignty"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#433
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rei, Rey, Reie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Reign Rank #433
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #433 for Reign.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Reign ___

  • Reign Marie
  • Reign Elizabeth
  • Reign Grace
  • Reign Victoria
  • Reign Jade
  • Reign Elise

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 Reign

Royal Legend Major North True

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reign or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Reign at #433 in the United States.

What do Reign and Theodore mean?

Reign means "rule, sovereignty" (English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Reign and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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