Koda vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ko

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Popularity Comparison

Koda Rank #465
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #465 for Koda.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Koda ___

  • Koda James
  • Koda Lee
  • Koda River
  • Koda Blue
  • Koda Wolf
  • Koda Bear

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 Koda

Dakota Sage River Luna Sienna

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koda or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Koda and Theodore mean?

Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Koda and Theodore boy or girl names?

Koda is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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