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Theo vs Anthony

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

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Anthony

Boy #44 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Priceless; of inestimable worth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44
Total SSA Count
6,326
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Anthony Rank #44

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Anthony more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Theo and Anthony mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Theo and Anthony boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.

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