Theodore vs Turner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Turner

Boy #1,007 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who works a lathe, craftsman"

Origin: Old English/French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,007
Total SSA Count
223
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Turn, T

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Turner Rank #1,007

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1007 for Turner.

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

Turner ___

  • Turner James
  • Turner Cole
  • Turner Grey
  • Turner Lee
  • Turner Knox
  • Turner Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Turner

Mason Hunter Cooper Sawyer Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Turner more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Turner at #1007 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Turner mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Turner means "one who works a lathe, craftsman" (Old English/French origin).

Are Theodore and Turner boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Turner is primarily a boy name.

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