Theodore vs Thorpe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Thorpe Rank #21,082

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #21082 for Thorpe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Thorpe ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Thorpe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Thorpe more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Thorpe at #21082 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Thorpe mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Theodore and Thorpe boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Thorpe is primarily a boy name.

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