Theodore vs Traver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Traver

Boy #28,923 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who crosses; toll collector at a crossing"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28,923
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Trav

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Traver Rank #28,923

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #28923 for Traver.

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

Traver ___

  • Traver James
  • Traver Scott
  • Traver Lee
  • Traver Dean
  • Traver Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Traver

Travis Trevor Tanner Kelsey Parker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Traver more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Traver at #28923 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Traver mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Traver means "one who crosses; toll collector at a crossing" (Old French origin).

Are Theodore and Traver boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Traver is primarily a boy name.

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