Meaning and Origin
What does the name Theo mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
User Submitted Origins
User Submitted Meanings
- A submission from Nigeria says the name Theo means "It's a short for Theodore, and it means 'God's gift'" and is of Greek origin.
- 3 submissions from all over the world agree the name Theo means "Gift of God" and is of Greek origin.
- According to a user from Texas, U.S., the name Theo is of Greek origin and means "Gift of God; God's gracious gift".
- A submission from Florida, U.S. says the name Theo means "Theo is short for Theodore which comes from the Greek name meaning god-given" and is of Greek origin.
- According to 2 people from Spain and France, the name Theo is of Greek origin and means "GOD".
- A user from Canada says the name Theo is of Greek origin and means "Theo is from ancient Greek and means 'God'".
- According to a user from Georgia, U.S., the name Theo is of Greek origin and means "Divine Gift".
- A submission from the United Kingdom says the name Theo means "A little urchin who makes a lot of noise".
- According to a user from Australia, the name Theo is of American origin and means "I think it means 'strong Leader'".
Short form of Theodore, or of the rare given names Theobald, Theophilus or Theodoric, or of Theodora.
- A male given name from Ancient Greek and nickname.
- (less common) A diminutive of the female given name Theodora.
Theo was also found in the following language(s): Dutch, Norwegian, and Swedish