Kota vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kota

Boy #2,047 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great happiness"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,047
Total SSA Count
74
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kota Rank #2,047
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2047 for Kota.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kota ___

  • Kota James
  • Kota Lee
  • Kota Ren
  • Kota Kai
  • Kota Ryu
  • Kota Alexander

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 Kota

Koda Ryu Kai Hana Suki

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kota or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kota at #2047 in the United States.

What do Kota and Theodore mean?

Kota means "great happiness" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kota and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kota is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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