Kurtis vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kurtis

Boy #3,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"courteous, well-bred, polite"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,844
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kurt

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kurtis Rank #3,844
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3844 for Kurtis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kurtis ___

  • Kurtis James
  • Kurtis Lee
  • Kurtis Allen
  • Kurtis Wayne
  • Kurtis Ray

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 Kurtis

Travis Brandon Justin Ashley Brittany

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kurtis or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kurtis at #3844 in the United States.

What do Kurtis and Theodore mean?

Kurtis means "courteous, well-bred, polite" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kurtis and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kurtis is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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