Keith vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Key, Keie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #758 for Keith.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keith ___

  • Keith Allen
  • Keith Wayne
  • Keith Michael
  • Keith Alan
  • Keith Douglas
  • Keith Gordon

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 Keith

Brian Gary Linda Patricia Dennis

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Theodore mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Keith and Theodore boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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