Theodore vs Woodson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Woodson

Boy #2,738 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"forest dweller’s son"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,738
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Woody, Wood

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Woodson Rank #2,738

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2738 for Woodson.

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

Woodson ___

  • Woodson James
  • Woodson Lee
  • Woodson Grant
  • Woodson Reid
  • Woodson Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Woodson

Hudson Beckett Fletcher Willa Everly

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Woodson more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Woodson at #2738 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Woodson mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Woodson means "forest dweller’s son" (Old English origin).

Are Theodore and Woodson boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Woodson is primarily a boy name.

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