Kimberly vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kimberly

Girl #247 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"royal fortress meadow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#247
Total SSA Count
1,285
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kim, Kimmy, Kimber

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kimberly Rank #247
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #247 for Kimberly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kimberly ___

  • Kimberly Ann
  • Kimberly Marie
  • Kimberly Grace
  • Kimberly Nicole
  • Kimberly Lee
  • Kimberly Renee

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 Kimberly

Beverly Brittany Whitney Jennifer Tyler

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kimberly or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kimberly at #247 in the United States.

What do Kimberly and Theodore mean?

Kimberly means "royal fortress meadow" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kimberly and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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