Theodore vs Van

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Van

Boy #909 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of, from (Dutch)"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Vietnamese American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#909
Total SSA Count
257
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
Full profile for Van →

Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Van Rank #909

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #909 for Van.

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

Van ___

  • Van Morrison
  • Van Lee
  • Van James
  • Van Halen
  • Van Gogh
  • Van Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Van

Rex Max Leo Ace Iris

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Van more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Van at #909 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Van mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Van means "of, from (Dutch)" (Dutch origin).

Are Theodore and Van boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Van is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons

Van vs Theodore Theodore vs Owen Theodore vs Aaron Theodore vs Ashton Theodore vs David
← Full profile: Theodore ← Full profile: Van Browse all baby names