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Mason vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
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

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Popularity Comparison

Mason Rank #42
Theo Rank #80

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mason or Theo more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Mason and Theo mean?

Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Mason and Theo boy or girl names?

Mason is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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