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Patrick vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Patrick Rank #221
Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Theo mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Patrick and Theo boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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