Kaia vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaia

Girl #180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian Hawaiian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#180
Total SSA Count
1,675
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay, Kai

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kaia Rank #180
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #180 for Kaia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaia ___

  • Kaia Rose
  • Kaia Jane
  • Kaia Marie
  • Kaia Grace
  • Kaia Lee
  • Kaia Simone

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 Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kaia at #180 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Theodore mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kaia and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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