Roger vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roger

Boy #750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous spear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#750
Total SSA Count
340
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rog

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Popularity Comparison

Roger Rank #750
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #750 for Roger.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Roger ___

  • Roger James
  • Roger Allen
  • Roger Lee
  • Roger Wayne
  • Roger Dale
  • Roger Scott

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 Roger

Susan Linda Gary Karen Dennis

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roger or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Roger and Theodore mean?

Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Roger and Theodore boy or girl names?

Roger is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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