Salem vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Salem

Girl #430 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#430
Total SSA Count
715
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sal, Sallie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Salem Rank #430
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #430 for Salem.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Salem ___

  • Salem Grace
  • Salem Rose
  • Salem Jane
  • Salem Mae
  • Salem Elise
  • Salem Wren

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 Salem

Ember Raven Wren Cypress Zephyr

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Salem or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Salem at #430 in the United States.

What do Salem and Theodore mean?

Salem means "peaceful, complete" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Salem and Theodore boy or girl names?

Salem is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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