Leo vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Leo Rank #24
Theo Rank #80

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leo or Theo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Leo and Theo mean?

Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Leo and Theo boy or girl names?

Leo is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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