Theo: name meaning and origin

Theo

God; gift of God (short of Theodore)

Greek · Boy · 2 syllables

Theo is a Greek name meaning "God; gift of God (short of Theodore)". It has 2 syllables, stressed on The, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Theo

  • Theo & Elias Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Margaret Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Asher Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Astrid Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Bennett Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Caleb Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Celeste Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Theo & Daniel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Theo

What does the name Theo mean?

Theo is a Greek name meaning "God; gift of God (short of Theodore)".

How many syllables are in Theo?

Theo has 2 syllables (The-o), with the stress usually on "The".

Is Theo a boy's or girl's name?

Theo is traditionally a boy's name.