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Christopher vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#80
Total SSA Count
4,110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Christopher Rank #61
Theo Rank #80

Christopher is more popular, ranked #61 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christopher or Theo more popular?

Christopher is more popular, ranked #61 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Christopher and Theo mean?

Christopher means "one who carries Christ in heart" (Greek origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Christopher and Theo boy or girl names?

Christopher is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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