Theodore vs Trevor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trevor

Boy #626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#626
Total SSA Count
451
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Trev

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Trevor Rank #626

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #626 for Trevor.

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

Trevor ___

  • Trevor James
  • Trevor Scott
  • Trevor Michael
  • Trevor Lee
  • Trevor John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Trevor

Ethan Logan Connor Paige Kayla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Trevor more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Trevor at #626 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Trevor mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin).

Are Theodore and Trevor boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Trevor is primarily a boy name.

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