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Theo vs Kairo

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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Kairo

Boy #238 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the victorious, the conqueror"

Origin: Arabic place name

Cultural Roots

American African American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#238
Total SSA Count
1,478
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Kairo Rank #238

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #238 for Kairo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Kairo more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Kairo at #238 in the United States.

What do Theo and Kairo mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Kairo means "the victorious, the conqueror" (Arabic place name origin).

Are Theo and Kairo boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Kairo is primarily a boy name.

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