Liem vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Theo mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Liem and Theo boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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