King vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #343 for King.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

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 King

Major Duke Royal Prince Reign

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do King and Theodore mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are King and Theodore boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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