Kenton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenton

Boy #2,115 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal settlement, king's town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,115
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kent, Ken

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kenton Rank #2,115
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2115 for Kenton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kenton ___

  • Kenton James
  • Kenton William
  • Kenton Thomas
  • Kenton Andrew
  • Kenton Clark
  • Kenton Reid

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 Kenton

Dalton Colton Preston Vivienne Harriet

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kenton at #2115 in the United States.

What do Kenton and Theodore mean?

Kenton means "royal settlement, king's town" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kenton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kenton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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