Keoni vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keoni

Boy #1,725 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,725
Total SSA Count
96
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Keo, Oni

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keoni Rank #1,725
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1725 for Keoni.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keoni ___

  • Keoni James
  • Keoni Lee
  • Keoni Alexander
  • Keoni Michael
  • Keoni David
  • Keoni Gabriel

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 Keoni

Kai Leilani Makoa Nalani Kailani

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keoni or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Keoni at #1725 in the United States.

What do Keoni and Theodore mean?

Keoni means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Keoni and Theodore boy or girl names?

Keoni is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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