Kerry vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kerry

Boy #2,690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, dark-featured"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,690
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ker

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Popularity Comparison

Kerry Rank #2,690
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2690 for Kerry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kerry ___

  • Kerry James
  • Kerry Michael
  • Kerry Patrick
  • Kerry Sean
  • Kerry Thomas
  • Kerry 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 Kerry

Dermot Brigid Siobhan Cormac Aoife

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kerry or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kerry at #2690 in the United States.

What do Kerry and Theodore mean?

Kerry means "dark, dark-featured" (Old Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kerry and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kerry is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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