Silas vs Theo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Silas

Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Silas Rank #81

Theo Rank #80

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #81 for Silas.

Is Silas or Theo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Silas at #81 in the United States.

What do Silas and Theo mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Silas and Theo boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.