Theo
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Popularity
#4537
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
35,340
Peak Year
#4,179 in 2023
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A short form of Theodore or Theobald. Theodore is from Greek, meaning 'gift of God'. Theobald is Germanic, meaning 'bold people'.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Theo James
English actor known for Divergent series.
Theo Epstein
American baseball executive.
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