Gio vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gio

Boy #1,163 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,163
Total SSA Count
179
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gio Rank #1,163
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1163 for Gio.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gio ___

  • Gio Marco
  • Gio Luca
  • Gio Dante
  • Gio Cruz
  • Gio Reed
  • Gio James

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gio

Luca Marco Sofia Aria Mia

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gio or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gio at #1163 in the United States.

What do Gio and Theodore mean?

Gio means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Gio and Theodore boy or girl names?

Gio is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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