Keisha vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keisha

Girl #2,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cassia tree, cinnamon spice"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

African-American American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,567
Total SSA Count
69
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Kee

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keisha Rank #2,567
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2567 for Keisha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keisha ___

  • Keisha Marie
  • Keisha Nicole
  • Keisha Renee
  • Keisha Lynn
  • Keisha Monique
  • Keisha Simone

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 Keisha

Deja Aaliyah Jordan Tamara Malik

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keisha or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Keisha at #2567 in the United States.

What do Keisha and Theodore mean?

Keisha means "cassia tree, cinnamon spice" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Keisha and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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