Kyra vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kyra

Girl #722 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lord, master"

Origin: Greek kyrios

Cultural Roots

English Irish Persian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#722
Total SSA Count
389
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ky

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kyra Rank #722
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #722 for Kyra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kyra ___

  • Kyra Anne
  • Kyra Marie
  • Kyra Nicole
  • Kyra Jade
  • Kyra Lynn
  • Kyra Grace

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 Kyra

Zara Lyra Declan Finn Nora

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyra or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kyra at #722 in the United States.

What do Kyra and Theodore mean?

Kyra means "lord, master" (Greek kyrios origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kyra and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kyra is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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