Theo vs Otto

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

Otto

Boy #274 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune, prosperity"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Italian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#274
Total SSA Count
1,239
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Otto Rank #274

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #274 for Otto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Otto more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Otto at #274 in the United States.

What do Theo and Otto mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Theo and Otto boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.

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