Keona vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keona

Girl #5,884 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the sweet fragrance, God is gracious"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,884
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Keo, Ona

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keona Rank #5,884
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5884 for Keona.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keona ___

  • Keona Rose
  • Keona Marie
  • Keona Grace
  • Keona Lani
  • Keona Pearl
  • Keona Jade

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 Keona

Leilani Kaimana Malia Kai Nalu

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keona or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Keona at #5884 in the United States.

What do Keona and Theodore mean?

Keona means "the sweet fragrance, God is gracious" (Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Keona and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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