Theo vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish American

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Theo Rank #80

Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #80 for Theo.

Is Theo or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Theo and Ian mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Theo and Ian boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.