Theo
Gift of God — a boy name of Greek origin
Popularity of Theo in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Theo
Theo is a short form of Theodore, derived from the Greek "theos" (god) and "doron" (gift), together meaning "gift of God." It has also long served as a diminutive of Theobald, Matthew (via Matthéo), and other Theo- names across Europe. Theo van Gogh, brother and devoted supporter of painter Vincent van Gogh, is among its most historically significant bearers. In recent years Theo has broken away from Theodore to become a hugely popular standalone name in its own right across the English-speaking world and Europe.
Theo Around the World
Theo is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 4+ international variants.
Female FormThea
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Theo
Famous People Named Theo
- Theo James — British actor
- Theo Walcott — English professional footballer
- Theo Epstein — American baseball executive
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Theo mean?
Theo is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Gift of God." Theo is a short form of Theodore, derived from the Greek "theos" (god) and "doron" (gift), together meaning "gift of God." It has also long served as a diminutive of Theobald, Matthew (via Matthéo), and other Theo- names across Europe.
How do you pronounce Theo?
Theo is pronounced THEE-oh. Common variations include Theodore, Téo, Teo.
Is Theo a boy name?
Yes, Theo is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Thee.
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