Dawson 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

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Popularity Comparison

Dawson Rank #139
Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #139 for Dawson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dawson or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Dawson at #139 in the United States.

What do Dawson and Theo mean?

Dawson means "son of David" (English origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Dawson and Theo boy or girl names?

Dawson is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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