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Jesse 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

Jesse Rank #187
Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Theo mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Jesse and Theo boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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