Theodore vs Zed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zed

Boy #6,081 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the Lord is righteous"

Origin: Hebrew (via Zedekiah)

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,081
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Zed Rank #6,081

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6081 for Zed.

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

Zed ___

  • Zed Alexander
  • Zed Michael
  • Zed Harrison
  • Zed Elliot
  • Zed James
  • Zed Oliver

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Zed

Jed Ned Beau Rex Lexi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Zed more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Zed at #6081 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Zed mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Zed means "the Lord is righteous" (Hebrew (via Zedekiah) origin).

Are Theodore and Zed boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Zed is primarily a boy name.

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