Theo vs Adrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Adrian

Boy #72 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Hadria, of the Adriatic"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Spanish Romanian Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#72
Total SSA Count
4,617
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Theo and Adrian mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Theo and Adrian boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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