Theodore vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelm

Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,266
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Willy, Wil

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4266 for Wilhelm.

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

Wilhelm ___

  • Wilhelm Friedrich
  • Wilhelm Ernst
  • Wilhelm Karl
  • Wilhelm Otto
  • Wilhelm Heinrich
  • Wilhelm Klaus

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Wilhelm

Friedrich Charlotte Sophia Heinrich Elise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Wilhelm more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Wilhelm at #4266 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Wilhelm mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Theodore and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.

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