Theo vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Theo Rank #80

River Rank #112

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #112 for River.

Is Theo or River more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Theo and River mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Theo and River boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.