Theo vs Alex

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

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Alex Rank #205

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #205 for Alex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Alex more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Theo and Alex mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Theo and Alex boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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