Theo vs Xavier

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

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Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Xavier Rank #102

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #102 for Xavier.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theo ___

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

Xavier ___

  • Xavier James
  • Xavier Michael
  • Xavier Cole
  • Xavier Reid
  • Xavier Thomas
  • Xavier Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theo

Oliver Felix Eleanor Beatrice Arthur

If you choose Xavier

Sebastian Nathaniel Isabelle Sophia Adrian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Xavier more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Xavier at #102 in the United States.

What do Theo and Xavier mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin).

Are Theo and Xavier boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Xavier is primarily a boy name.

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