Kaori vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaori

Girl #2,351 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sweet-smelling (香)"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese East Asian Western (anime culture)

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,351
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kao, Kao-chan

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kaori Rank #2,351
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2351 for Kaori.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaori ___

  • Kaori Rose
  • Kaori Emi
  • Kaori Yuki
  • Kaori Marie
  • Kaori Belle
  • Kaori Lyn

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 Kaori

Yuki Hana Sora Riku Akira

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaori or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kaori at #2351 in the United States.

What do Kaori and Theodore mean?

Kaori means "sweet-smelling (香)" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kaori and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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