Kegan vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kegan

Boy #4,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"small flame, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,396
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Keg, Kee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kegan Rank #4,396
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4396 for Kegan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kegan ___

  • Kegan James
  • Kegan Patrick
  • Kegan Michael
  • Kegan Thomas
  • Kegan Finn
  • Kegan Ryan

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 Kegan

Declan Finn Cian Teagan Siobhan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kegan or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kegan at #4396 in the United States.

What do Kegan and Theodore mean?

Kegan means "small flame, little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kegan and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kegan is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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