Theodore vs Wilson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theodore

Boy #4 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine gift"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4
Total SSA Count
12,011
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Teddy, Ted

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Wilson

Boy #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Will (William)"

Origin: Middle English patronymic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
431
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Wil

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Wilson Rank #645

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #645 for Wilson.

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

Wilson ___

  • Wilson James
  • Wilson Lee
  • Wilson Gray
  • Wilson Cole
  • Wilson Scott
  • Wilson Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Wilson

Harrison Emerson Waverly Fletcher Adelaide

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Wilson more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Wilson mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Theodore and Wilson boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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