How Many People Are Named Theodor?
Complete statistics for the name Theodor: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Theodor, a very rare male name, only 1,622 people in the US carry it, making up just 1 in 203,457 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name with 52% of its bearers under 30, peaking in popularity in 2022.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with life-path number 4 are known for their stability and practicality.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 42All 2,140 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2022Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Theodor Through the Generations
Theodor has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 88 births in 2022 marking its peak, the name continues to attract parents looking for a unique yet classic choice. Today, the average age of someone named Theodor is 42, with a significant portion, over half, under 30, indicating its status as a contemporary name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Theodor's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Theodor
How Many People Have the Name Theodor?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 137 people in the United States currently share the name Theodor. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,419,338 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Theodor a Common or Rare Name?
Theodor is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Theodor Mean?
Theodor means "Gift of God" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Theodor in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Theodor Most Popular?
The name Theodor reached peak popularity in 2022, with 88 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Theodor?
Approximately 137 people named Theodor live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 137. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,419,338 Americans.
Is Theodor a rare name?
Theodor is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,419,338 Americans has this name.
What does the name Theodor mean?
Theodor means "Gift of God" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Theodor more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Theodor are male and 0% are female.
When was Theodor most popular?
Theodor peaked in 2022 with 88 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.