Kaito vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaito

Boy #2,036 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ocean, soaring sea"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Asian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,036
Total SSA Count
75
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kai, Kait

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kaito Rank #2,036
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2036 for Kaito.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaito ___

  • Kaito James
  • Kaito Lee
  • Kaito Ren
  • Kaito River
  • Kaito Hiro
  • Kaito Ryu

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 Kaito

Hana Yuki Riku Sakura Sora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaito or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kaito at #2036 in the United States.

What do Kaito and Theodore mean?

Kaito means "ocean, soaring sea" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kaito and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kaito is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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