Theo vs Roman

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

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Roman Rank #52

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #80 for Theo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Roman more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Theo and Roman mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Theo and Roman boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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