Rich vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rich

Boy #3,984 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"powerful ruler, brave power"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,984
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Rich Rank #3,984
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3984 for Rich.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rich ___

  • Rich James
  • Rich Lee
  • Rich Allen
  • Rich Thomas
  • Rich Michael
  • Rich Wayne

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rich or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rich at #3984 in the United States.

What do Rich and Theodore mean?

Rich means "powerful ruler, brave power" (Old German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rich and Theodore boy or girl names?

Rich is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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