Theodore vs Wilkes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilkes

Boy #4,387 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"resolute will, helmet of will"

Origin: Old German via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,387
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Wilkes Rank #4,387

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4387 for Wilkes.

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

Wilkes ___

  • Wilkes James
  • Wilkes Henry
  • Wilkes August
  • Wilkes Thomas
  • Wilkes Edward
  • Wilkes Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Wilkes

Beckett Sloane Forrest Blanche Merritt

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Wilkes more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Wilkes at #4387 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Wilkes mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Wilkes means "resolute will, helmet of will" (Old German via English origin).

Are Theodore and Wilkes boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Wilkes is primarily a boy name.

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