Max vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Max

Boy #175 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Max Rank #175

Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #175 for Max.

Is Max or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Max at #175 in the United States.

What do Max and Theo mean?

Max means "greatest" (Latin origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Max and Theo boy or girl names?

Max is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.