Theo
Theo is a boys' name of Greek origin meaning “divine gift.” It ranked #85 in the United States in 2025. Theo is a Greek name meaning 'god' and works as both a standalone name and a short form of Theodore.
how do you pronounce Theo?
THEE-oh
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what does Theo mean?
The name Theo means “divine gift.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.
Theo is a Greek name meaning 'god' and works as both a standalone name and a short form of Theodore. It has surged as parents embrace the nickname as the full legal name, doubling the Theo-Theodore trend dominating charts.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #85 |
| 2023 | #103 |
| 2022 | #133 |
| 2021 | #174 |
| 2020 | #221 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Theo?
- Theo James (British actor)
- Theo Epstein (MLB executive)
- Theo van Gogh (brother of Vincent van Gogh)
what names are similar to Theo?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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