Keller vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keller

Boy #1,626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cellar keeper, wine steward"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

German American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,626
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kell

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Popularity Comparison

Keller Rank #1,626
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1626 for Keller.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keller ___

  • Keller James
  • Keller Reid
  • Keller Thomas
  • Keller Grant
  • Keller Hugh
  • Keller Brooks

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 Keller

Harper Beckett Sloane Griffin Rowan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keller or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Keller at #1626 in the United States.

What do Keller and Theodore mean?

Keller means "cellar keeper, wine steward" (German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Keller and Theodore boy or girl names?

Keller is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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