Theodore vs Usher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Usher

Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ush

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Usher Rank #2,306

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2306 for Usher.

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

Usher ___

  • Usher Raymond
  • Usher James
  • Usher Michael
  • Usher David
  • Usher Lee
  • Usher Terrell

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Usher

Asher Jayden Malik Sasha Aaliyah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Usher more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Usher at #2306 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Usher mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin).

Are Theodore and Usher boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Usher is primarily a boy name.

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