Kiliam vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kiliam

Boy #5,250 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little warrior or little church man"

Origin: Old Irish Cillian

Cultural Roots

Irish French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,250
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kili, Liam

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kiliam Rank #5,250
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #5250 for Kiliam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kiliam ___

  • Kiliam James
  • Kiliam Thomas
  • Kiliam Patrick
  • Kiliam Sean
  • Kiliam Owen
  • Kiliam Finn

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 Kiliam

Declan Finn Rowan Sienna Maeve

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kiliam or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kiliam at #5250 in the United States.

What do Kiliam and Theodore mean?

Kiliam means "little warrior or little church man" (Old Irish Cillian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kiliam and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kiliam is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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