Cayne vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cayne

Boy #5,235 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"craftsman, smith"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,235
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cay, Caie, Caykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cayne Rank #5,235
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5235 for Cayne.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cayne ___

  • Cayne James
  • Cayne Thomas
  • Cayne Alexander
  • Cayne Michael
  • Cayne David
  • Cayne Robert

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 Cayne

Zane Blaine Drake Shea Quinn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayne or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cayne at #5235 in the United States.

What do Cayne and Theodore mean?

Cayne means "craftsman, smith" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cayne and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cayne is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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