Cayden vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cayden

Boy #350 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)"

Origin: Irish (Cadan)

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#350
Total SSA Count
963
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cay, Cayd

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cayden Rank #350
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #350 for Cayden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cayden ___

  • Cayden James
  • Cayden Michael
  • Cayden Lee
  • Cayden Owen
  • Cayden Blake
  • Cayden Reid

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayden or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Cayden and Theodore mean?

Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cayden and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cayden is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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