Starr vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Starr

Girl #2,536 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"star, celestial body"

Origin: Old English steorra

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,536
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sta, Sty, Stie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Starr Rank #2,536
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2536 for Starr.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Starr ___

  • Starr Mae
  • Starr June
  • Starr Grace
  • Starr Rose
  • Starr Lynn
  • Starr Jade

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 Starr

Luna Nova Aurora Orion Lyra

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Starr or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Starr at #2536 in the United States.

What do Starr and Theodore mean?

Starr means "star, celestial body" (Old English steorra origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Starr and Theodore boy or girl names?

Starr is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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