Kayla vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kayla

Girl #336 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crown of laurels"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#336
Total SSA Count
931
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Kayls

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kayla Rank #336
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #336 for Kayla.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kayla ___

  • Kayla Marie
  • Kayla Ann
  • Kayla Grace
  • Kayla Elizabeth
  • Kayla Rose
  • Kayla Nicole

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 Kayla

Brianna Taylor Tyler Dylan Madison

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayla or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kayla at #336 in the United States.

What do Kayla and Theodore mean?

Kayla means "crown of laurels" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kayla and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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