Theodore vs Tyke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyke

Boy #12,220 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small child, young one"

Origin: Old Norse via English

Cultural Roots

English American Yorkshire

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#12,220
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ty

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Tyke Rank #12,220

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #12220 for Tyke.

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

Tyke ___

  • Tyke James
  • Tyke Lee
  • Tyke Allen
  • Tyke Ray
  • Tyke Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Tyke

Ty Duke Chase Brooke Blake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Tyke more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tyke at #12220 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Tyke mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Tyke means "small child, young one" (Old Norse via English origin).

Are Theodore and Tyke boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Tyke is primarily a boy name.

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