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Jackson 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

Jackson Rank #35
Theo Rank #80

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jackson or Theo more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Jackson and Theo mean?

Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Jackson and Theo boy or girl names?

Jackson is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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