Theodore vs Townes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Townes

Boy #1,554 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,554
Total SSA Count
113
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tow, Town, Towny

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Townes Rank #1,554

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1554 for Townes.

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

Townes ___

  • Townes Reed
  • Townes Grey
  • Townes Cole
  • Townes Blair
  • Townes Scott
  • Townes Lane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Townes

Hayes Bowen Hollis Fletcher Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Townes more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Townes at #1554 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Townes mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Theodore and Townes boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Townes is primarily a boy name.

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