Gideon: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A mighty warrior name meaning one who cuts down, strong and resolute.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #323
- Peak
- #304 in 2017
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Gideon Means
Gideon is a boy name of Hebrew origin. A mighty warrior name meaning one who cuts down, strong and resolute.
How Popular Gideon Is
Gideon currently ranks #323 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #304 in 2017. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Gideon
- Gideon peaked at #304 in the U.S. in 2017.
- Gideon is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It has strong biblical roots and enduring spiritual significance.
Names Like Gideon
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Gideon
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Gideon.
Questions About Gideon
What does Gideon mean?
Gideon is a boy name of Hebrew origin. A mighty warrior name meaning one who cuts down, strong and resolute.
How popular is Gideon?
Gideon currently ranks #323 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #304 in 2017. It has held steady.
Where does Gideon come from?
Gideon comes from Hebrew roots. Gideon peaked at #304 in the U.S. in 2017.
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