Kaili vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaili

Girl #3,840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hawaiian deity, sacred power"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,840
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kai, Lee

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kaili Rank #3,840
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3840 for Kaili.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaili ___

  • Kaili Rose
  • Kaili Mae
  • Kaili Ann
  • Kaili Grace
  • Kaili Joy

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 Kaili

Malia Lana Kai Koa Leilani

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaili or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kaili at #3840 in the United States.

What do Kaili and Theodore mean?

Kaili means "Hawaiian deity, sacred power" (Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kaili and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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