Koi vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koi

Boy #2,684 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"love, romantic feeling"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Hawaiian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,684
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Koi Rank #2,684
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2684 for Koi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Koi ___

  • Koi River
  • Koi Blue
  • Koi James
  • Koi Lee
  • Koi Finn
  • Koi Reef

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 Koi

Kai Reef Cove Marina River

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koi or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Koi at #2684 in the United States.

What do Koi and Theodore mean?

Koi means "love, romantic feeling" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Koi and Theodore boy or girl names?

Koi is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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