#802024 rank
2023peak year
29,222babies named Theo since 1880
▲ +104%5-year trend
Theo popularity over 145 years
🔥 Very popular now · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Theo mean?
A short form of Theodore and other Greek theos names, from theos, 'god', and doron, 'gift'. Now a standalone favorite with a friendly, intellectual image.
OriginGreek
Syllables1
Genderboy
Stylevintage, modern
Names like Theo
Same era, same vibe — if you like Theo, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Theos
- Theo James, actor
Spellings & variants
TheodoreTeo
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