Qais vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Qais

Boy #3,212 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"steadfast, resolute"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim South Asian Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,212
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Qais Rank #3,212
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3212 for Qais.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Qais ___

  • Qais Tariq
  • Qais Ahmad
  • Qais Hassan
  • Qais Omar
  • Qais Faris
  • Qais Zaid

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 Qais

Layla Yusuf Sara Khalid Nour

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Qais or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Qais at #3212 in the United States.

What do Qais and Theodore mean?

Qais means "steadfast, resolute" (Arabic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Qais and Theodore boy or girl names?

Qais is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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