Silas vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Silas

Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

Cultural Roots

English American Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#81
Total SSA Count
4,108
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Si

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Popularity Comparison

Silas Rank #81
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #81 for Silas.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Silas ___

  • Silas James
  • Silas August
  • Silas Everett
  • Silas Cole
  • Silas Finn
  • Silas John

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 Silas

Ezra Jasper Amos Iris Wren

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silas or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Silas at #81 in the United States.

What do Silas and Theodore mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Silas and Theodore boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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