Kye vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kye

Boy #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,197
Total SSA Count
171
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kye Rank #1,197
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1197 for Kye.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kye ___

  • Kye James
  • Kye William
  • Kye Lee
  • Kye Thomas
  • Kye Reid
  • Kye 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 Kye

Kai Cole Finn Ryder Zoe

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kye or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kye at #1197 in the United States.

What do Kye and Theodore mean?

Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kye and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kye is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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