Adair vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gideon

Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
1,042
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Adair Rank #2,379
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2379 for Adair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adair or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Adair at #2379 in the United States.

What do Adair and Gideon mean?

Adair means "oak tree ford" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adair and Gideon boy or girl names?

Adair is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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