Jude vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Jude Rank #156
Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #156 for Jude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Jude and Theo mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Jude and Theo boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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