Theo

Masculine

Meaning

Divine or God.

Etymology

A diminutive of Theodore, derived from Greek 'theos' (θεός), meaning God, and 'doron' (δῶρον), meaning gift. The name has been used as both a standalone name and a nickname for Theodore.

About the Name Theo

Theo is a modern, casual diminutive of Theodore that has gained popularity as a standalone name. The name is particularly trendy in contemporary usage and appeals to parents seeking shorter, distinctive names.

Notable Bearers

Theo van Gogh (Dutch filmmaker brother of Vincent)

Historical People Named Theo

Theo Sedgwick

Theo. Brentano

Judge

Theo. Roosevelt

Theo. Shultz

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