Theo vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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Theo Rank #80

Cole Rank #162

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #162 for Cole.

Is Theo or Cole more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Theo and Cole mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Theo and Cole boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.