Oliver vs Theo

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

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Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Theo Rank #80

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #80 for Theo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Theo ___

  • Theo James
  • Theo William
  • Theo Alexander
  • Theo Samuel
  • Theo Felix
  • Theo August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Theo

Oliver Felix Eleanor Beatrice Arthur

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Theo more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Theo at #80 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Theo mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin).

Are Oliver and Theo boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Theo is primarily a boy name.

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