Theodore vs Tony

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tony

Boy #804 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"priceless one"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#804
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
T, Tone

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Tony Rank #804

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #804 for Tony.

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

Tony ___

  • Tony James
  • Tony Lee
  • Tony Ray
  • Tony Paul
  • Tony Michael
  • Tony John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Tony

Maria Gina Marco Danny Carla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Tony more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tony at #804 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Tony mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Tony means "priceless one" (Latin origin).

Are Theodore and Tony boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Tony is primarily a boy name.

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