Sire vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sire

Boy #1,681 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lord, father, sovereign"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,681
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Sire Rank #1,681
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1681 for Sire.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Sire ___

  • Sire Jackson
  • Sire James
  • Sire Alexander
  • Sire Emmanuel
  • Sire Xavier
  • Sire Leon

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 Sire

Reign Legend Dior Major Royalty

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sire or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Sire at #1681 in the United States.

What do Sire and Theodore mean?

Sire means "lord, father, sovereign" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Sire and Theodore boy or girl names?

Sire is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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