Tate vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Tate Rank #210
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #210 for Tate.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Tate ___

  • Tate William
  • Tate Henry
  • Tate James
  • Tate Oliver
  • Tate Alexander
  • Tate Reid

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 Tate

Knox Beau Sloane Quinn Jude

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tate or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Tate and Theodore mean?

Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Tate and Theodore boy or girl names?

Tate is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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