Rai vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rai

Boy #3,971 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"trust, reliance"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Indian Arabic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,971
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Rai Rank #3,971
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3971 for Rai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rai ___

  • Rai Alexander
  • Rai James
  • Rai Theodore
  • Rai Kenji
  • Rai Yuki

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 Rai

Kai Hana Sora Rei Naomi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rai or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Rai at #3971 in the United States.

What do Rai and Theodore mean?

Rai means "trust, reliance" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Rai and Theodore boy or girl names?

Rai is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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