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Theo vs Daniel

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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Daniel

Boy #16 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16
Total SSA Count
8,391
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Daniel Rank #16

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Daniel more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Theo and Daniel mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theo and Daniel boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Daniel is primarily a boy name.

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