Shaun vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaun

Boy #1,568 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,568
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sha, Shy, Shie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Shaun Rank #1,568
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1568 for Shaun.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Shaun ___

  • Shaun Michael
  • Shaun Patrick
  • Shaun Thomas
  • Shaun James
  • Shaun Robert
  • Shaun 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 Shaun

Liam Kieran Bridget Fiona Conor

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaun or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Shaun at #1568 in the United States.

What do Shaun and Theodore mean?

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

Are Shaun and Theodore boy or girl names?

Shaun is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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