Kao vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kao

Boy #26,042 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Rice; brightness"

Origin: Thai

Cultural Roots

Thai Laotian Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,042
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kao Rank #26,042
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #26042 for Kao.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kao ___

  • Kao James
  • Kao Thai
  • Kao Lee

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 Kao

Bao Lin Mei

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kao or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kao at #26042 in the United States.

What do Kao and Theodore mean?

Kao means "Rice; brightness" (Thai origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kao and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kao is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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