Theodore vs Trip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Trip

Boy #5,294 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the third (in family lineage)"

Origin: English / Latin (ter)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,294
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Trip Rank #5,294

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5294 for Trip.

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

Trip ___

  • Trip Davis
  • Trip Alexander
  • Trip James
  • Trip Monroe
  • Trip Parker
  • Trip Coleman

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Trip

Tanner Beckett Hayes Grady Ellie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Trip more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Trip at #5294 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Trip mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Trip means "the third (in family lineage)" (English / Latin (ter) origin).

Are Theodore and Trip boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Trip is primarily a boy name.

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