Theo vs Paul

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

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Paul Rank #264

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Paul more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Theo and Paul mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Theo and Paul boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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