Teddy vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Teddy

Boy #898 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#898
Total SSA Count
262
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ted

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Popularity Comparison

Teddy Rank #898
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #898 for Teddy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Teddy ___

  • Teddy James
  • Teddy William
  • Teddy George
  • Teddy Robert
  • Teddy Charles
  • Teddy John

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 Teddy

Bertie Archie Charlie Freddie Maisie

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teddy or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Teddy at #898 in the United States.

What do Teddy and Theodore mean?

Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Teddy and Theodore boy or girl names?

Teddy is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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