Kip vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kip Rank #1,457
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1457 for Kip.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kip ___

  • Kip James
  • Kip Alexander
  • Kip Thomas
  • Kip Henry
  • Kip Elliot
  • Kip George

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 Kip

Chip Wade Skip Blythe Cricket

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Kip and Theodore mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kip and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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