Maverick vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maverick

Boy #36 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"independent thinker, non-conformist"

Origin: American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36
Total SSA Count
6,615
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

Maverick Rank #36
Theo Rank #80

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maverick or Theo more popular?

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Maverick and Theo mean?

Maverick means "independent thinker, non-conformist" (American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Maverick and Theo boy or girl names?

Maverick is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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