Kage vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kage

Boy #4,127 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shade, silhouette"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,127
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay

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Popularity Comparison

Kage Rank #4,127
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4127 for Kage.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kage ___

  • Kage James
  • Kage Cole
  • Kage Lee
  • Kage Alexander
  • Kage Thomas
  • Kage River

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 Kage

Kai Sora Hana Ren Luna

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kage or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kage at #4127 in the United States.

What do Kage and Theodore mean?

Kage means "shade, silhouette" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kage and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kage is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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