Kasim vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kasim

Boy #5,350 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who divides and distributes fairly"

Origin: Arabic root q-s-m

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim Turkish Urdu Swahili

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,350
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kas, Kaz

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kasim Rank #5,350
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5350 for Kasim.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kasim ___

  • Kasim Ali
  • Kasim Omar
  • Kasim Ibrahim
  • Kasim Hassan
  • Kasim Yusuf
  • Kasim Tariq

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 Kasim

Zara Amira Kareem Lila Nour

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kasim or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kasim at #5350 in the United States.

What do Kasim and Theodore mean?

Kasim means "one who divides and distributes fairly" (Arabic root q-s-m origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kasim and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kasim is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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