Terry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,187
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ter

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Popularity Comparison

Terry Rank #1,187
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1187 for Terry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Terry ___

  • Terry James
  • Terry Michael
  • Terry Lee
  • Terry Wayne
  • Terry Allen
  • Terry 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 Terry

Jerry Bobby Jimmy Carrie Debbie

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Terry and Theodore mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Terry and Theodore boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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