Kenneth vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenneth

Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#284
Total SSA Count
1,186
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ken, Kenny

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kenneth Rank #284
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #284 for Kenneth.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kenneth ___

  • Kenneth James
  • Kenneth Robert
  • Kenneth William
  • Kenneth Allen
  • Kenneth Dale
  • Kenneth Lee

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 Kenneth

Donald Gerald Patricia Barbara Dennis

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenneth or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kenneth at #284 in the United States.

What do Kenneth and Theodore mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kenneth and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kenneth is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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