Klaus vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Klaus

Boy #2,399 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek via Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian Austrian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,399
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Klaas, Claus

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Klaus Rank #2,399
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2399 for Klaus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Klaus ___

  • Klaus Heinrich
  • Klaus Friedrich
  • Klaus Wilhelm
  • Klaus Dieter
  • Klaus Erik
  • Klaus Hans

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 Klaus

Ava Lars Helga Stefan Ingrid

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Klaus or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Klaus at #2399 in the United States.

What do Klaus and Theodore mean?

Klaus means "victory of the people" (Greek via Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Klaus and Theodore boy or girl names?

Klaus is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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