Smith vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Smithy

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Popularity Comparison

Smith Rank #1,580
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1580 for Smith.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Smith ___

  • Smith James
  • Smith Cole
  • Smith Lee
  • Smith Reid
  • Smith Grant
  • Smith Blake

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smith or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Theodore mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Smith and Theodore boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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