Theodore vs Tyrese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyrese

Boy #2,310 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Tyre, the ancient city"

Origin: Phoenician/Greek Tyros

Cultural Roots

African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,310
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ty, Ree

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Tyrese Rank #2,310

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2310 for Tyrese.

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

Tyrese ___

  • Tyrese James
  • Tyrese Xavier
  • Tyrese Michael
  • Tyrese Leon
  • Tyrese Andre
  • Tyrese DeShawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Tyrese

Kameron Darius Jaylen Amara Zaria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Tyrese more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Tyrese at #2310 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Tyrese mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Tyrese means "from Tyre, the ancient city" (Phoenician/Greek Tyros origin).

Are Theodore and Tyrese boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Tyrese is primarily a boy name.

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