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Jack vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15
Total SSA Count
8,434
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Jack Rank #15
Theo Rank #80

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jack or Theo more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Jack and Theo mean?

Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Jack and Theo boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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