Theo vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Girl #4,494 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God (short for Theodore/Theodora)"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Theo Rank #4,494

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4494 for Theo.

Is Theo or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Theo at #4494 in the United States.

What do Theo and Gideon mean?

Theo means "gift of God (short for Theodore/Theodora)" (Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theo and Gideon boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a girl name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.