Theodore vs Tory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tory

Boy #4,463 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"conqueror"

Origin: Latin via Victoria/Victor

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,463
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Tory Rank #4,463

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4463 for Tory.

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

Tory ___

  • Tory James
  • Tory Blake
  • Tory Reed
  • Tory Scott
  • Tory Lane
  • Tory Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Tory

Rory Colt Quinn Logan Sawyer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Tory more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tory at #4463 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Tory mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Tory means "conqueror" (Latin via Victoria/Victor origin).

Are Theodore and Tory boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Tory is primarily a boy name.

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