Snyder vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Snyder

Boy #10,704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tailor, cloth cutter"

Origin: Low German

Cultural Roots

American German Dutch Pennsylvania Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,704
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sny, Snyde

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Snyder Rank #10,704
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #10704 for Snyder.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Snyder ___

  • Snyder James
  • Snyder Lee
  • Snyder Wayne
  • Snyder Dale
  • Snyder Ray

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 Snyder

Fletcher Mason Cooper Harper

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Snyder or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Snyder at #10704 in the United States.

What do Snyder and Theodore mean?

Snyder means "tailor, cloth cutter" (Low German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Snyder and Theodore boy or girl names?

Snyder is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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