Rory vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Rory Rank #226
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #226 for Rory.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rory ___

  • Rory James
  • Rory Patrick
  • Rory Thomas
  • Rory Owen
  • Rory Finn
  • Rory Declan

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 Rory

Finn Declan Maeve Siobhan Kieran

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rory or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Theodore mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rory and Theodore boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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