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Theo vs David

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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David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish French Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
7,317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Theo and David mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Theo and David boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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