Theodore vs Zeke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zeke

Boy #732 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#732
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

45 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Zeke Rank #732

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #732 for Zeke.

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

Zeke ___

  • Zeke James
  • Zeke Thomas
  • Zeke Aaron
  • Zeke David
  • Zeke Cole
  • Zeke River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Zeke

Eli Asher Silas Ezra Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Zeke more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Zeke at #732 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Zeke mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Zeke means "strength of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theodore and Zeke boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Zeke is primarily a boy name.

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