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Theo vs Mark

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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Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Mark Rank #246

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Mark more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Theo and Mark mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Theo and Mark boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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