Royce vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Roy

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Popularity Comparison

Royce Rank #463
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #463 for Royce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Royce ___

  • Royce James
  • Royce William
  • Royce Alexander
  • Royce Edward
  • Royce Michael
  • Royce 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 Royce

Reed Brooks Greyson Audrey Charlotte

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Royce and Theodore mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Royce and Theodore boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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