Keanu vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keanu

Boy #634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cool breeze over the mountains"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#634
Total SSA Count
442
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kea, K

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Keanu Rank #634
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #634 for Keanu.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keanu ___

  • Keanu James
  • Keanu Michael
  • Keanu Lee
  • Keanu Thomas
  • Keanu Blue

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 Keanu

Kai Leilani Aloha Noa Zane

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keanu or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Keanu at #634 in the United States.

What do Keanu and Theodore mean?

Keanu means "cool breeze over the mountains" (Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Keanu and Theodore boy or girl names?

Keanu is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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