Cayce vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cayce

Boy #5,791 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave in battle, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic O Cathasaigh

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,791
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cay

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cayce Rank #5,791
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5791 for Cayce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cayce ___

  • Cayce James
  • Cayce Lee
  • Cayce Allen
  • Cayce Wayne
  • Cayce Dean
  • Cayce Scott

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cayce

Brady Riley Quinn Logan Avery

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayce or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cayce at #5791 in the United States.

What do Cayce and Theodore mean?

Cayce means "brave in battle, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic O Cathasaigh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cayce and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cayce is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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