Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Theodore.
National Rank (2025)
#4
All-Time Peak Rank
#4 (2024)
Total U.S. Births
317,206
Unisex Distribution99.7% Boy / 0.3% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Theodore Vibe: This choice is considered a Perennial Favorite. A historic staple that has maintained dominant national popularity for over half a century.
📖 The Story Behind Theodore
According to SSA data, Theodore achieved its highest historical rank of #4 in 2024. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 13,355 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 221.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Theodore scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+221.4% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record13,355Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
80yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:2,176
1890s:2,300
1900s:6,490
1910s:21,106
1920s:31,287
1930s:24,957
1940s:26,249
1950s:29,050
1960s:21,288
1970s:13,567
1980s:11,958
1990s:10,113
2000s:10,556
2010s:40,530
2020s:65,579
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesThe-o-dore
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with T, a letter used by only 6.1% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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📍 Authentic State & Regional Rankings
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