Takai vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Takai

Boy #4,312 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"precious, valuable"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,312
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kai, Tak

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Popularity Comparison

Takai Rank #4,312
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4312 for Takai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Takai ___

  • Takai James
  • Takai Reed
  • Takai Cole
  • Takai Flynn
  • Takai River
  • Takai 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 Takai

Kai Hana Koa Miko Ryu

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Takai or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Takai at #4312 in the United States.

What do Takai and Theodore mean?

Takai means "precious, valuable" (Japanese origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Takai and Theodore boy or girl names?

Takai is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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