Rhett vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhett

Boy #174 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"advice, counsel"

Origin: Welsh/Dutch

Cultural Roots

American Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#174
Total SSA Count
2,134
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rhe, Rhy, Rhie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Rhett Rank #174
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #174 for Rhett.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rhett ___

  • Rhett James
  • Rhett Anthony
  • Rhett Walker
  • Rhett Harrison
  • Rhett Sullivan
  • Rhett Barrett

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 Rhett

Scarlett Vivienne Atticus Harper Scout

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhett or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rhett at #174 in the United States.

What do Rhett and Theodore mean?

Rhett means "advice, counsel" (Welsh/Dutch origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rhett and Theodore boy or girl names?

Rhett is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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