Khai vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Khai

Boy #949 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"triumphant, victorious"

Origin: Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#949
Total SSA Count
240
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Khai Rank #949
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #949 for Khai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Khai ___

  • Khai James
  • Khai Alexander
  • Khai William
  • Khai Elliot
  • Khai Nathaniel
  • Khai River

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 Khai

Nova Zara Luca Remi Jade

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Khai or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Khai at #949 in the United States.

What do Khai and Theodore mean?

Khai means "triumphant, victorious" (Vietnamese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Khai and Theodore boy or girl names?

Khai is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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