Roosevelt vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Roosevelt Rank #4,113
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4113 for Roosevelt.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Roosevelt ___

  • Roosevelt James
  • Roosevelt Lee
  • Roosevelt Alexander
  • Roosevelt Elijah
  • Roosevelt Marcus
  • Roosevelt Thomas

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 Roosevelt

Lincoln Washington Jefferson Madison Monroe

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roosevelt or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Roosevelt at #4113 in the United States.

What do Roosevelt and Theodore mean?

Roosevelt means "rose field, field of roses" (Dutch origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Roosevelt and Theodore boy or girl names?

Roosevelt is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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