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Theo vs Simon

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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Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Simon Rank #251

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Simon more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Theo and Simon mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theo and Simon boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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