Stiles vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stiles

Boy #1,713 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"steps over a fence or wall"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,713
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sti, Stil, Stily

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Stiles Rank #1,713
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1713 for Stiles.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Stiles ___

  • Stiles James
  • Stiles Henry
  • Stiles River
  • Stiles Cole
  • Stiles Lee
  • Stiles Alexander

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 Stiles

Lydia Jackson Scout Archer Finn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stiles or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Stiles at #1713 in the United States.

What do Stiles and Theodore mean?

Stiles means "steps over a fence or wall" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Stiles and Theodore boy or girl names?

Stiles is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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