Teo (name)

Teo is a masculine given name with multiple origins and meanings, found across various cultures.

Origins and Meanings:

• Greek: Teo is often considered a diminutive of Theodore, Theodosius, or Theophilos. In these cases, it carries the meaning "gift of God" or "God's gift", derived from the Greek words "theos" (God) and "doron" (gift) or "philos" (loving).

• Spanish/Portuguese: Teo can also be a short form of Mateo, which is the Spanish/Portuguese equivalent of Matthew. Matthew is of Hebrew origin and means "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God".

• Germanic: Teo may be a short form of names containing the element "theud", meaning "people" or "nation".

Usage:

Teo is used as a given name across Europe, Latin America, and other regions globally. Its popularity varies by country and time period. It is often perceived as a modern and concise name.

Variants and Related Names:

• Theodore
• Theodosius
• Theophilos
• Mateo
• Matthew
• Theo
• Téo (French spelling)

Notable People Named Teo:

Due to the relative commonality of the name, notable people with the name Teo can be found in various fields, including sports, arts, and science. A comprehensive list would require significant research beyond the scope of this general definition.