Makai vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makai

Boy #534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"toward the sea, seaward"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#534
Total SSA Count
556
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kai

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Makai Rank #534
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #534 for Makai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Makai ___

  • Makai James
  • Makai Cole
  • Makai Reef
  • Makai Blue
  • Makai Ray
  • Makai Stone

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 Makai

Kai Koa Nalani Leilani Malia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makai or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Makai at #534 in the United States.

What do Makai and Theodore mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Makai and Theodore boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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