Sean vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sean

Boy #437 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#437
Total SSA Count
726
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Sean Rank #437
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #437 for Sean.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Sean ___

  • Sean Patrick
  • Sean Michael
  • Sean James
  • Sean Thomas
  • Sean Ryan
  • Sean Anthony

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 Sean

Liam Declan Niamh Aoife Brendan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sean or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Sean and Theodore mean?

Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Sean and Theodore boy or girl names?

Sean is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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