Robert vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#90
Total SSA Count
3,785
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Rob, Bob, Bobby

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Robert Rank #90
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #90 for Robert.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Robert ___

  • Robert James
  • Robert William
  • Robert Thomas
  • Robert Edward
  • Robert Charles
  • Robert John

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 Robert

William James Elizabeth Catherine Edward

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robert or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Robert at #90 in the United States.

What do Robert and Theodore mean?

Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Robert and Theodore boy or girl names?

Robert is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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