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Adams 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

Adams Rank #3,243
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3243 for Adams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adams or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Adams at #3243 in the United States.

What do Adams and Gideon mean?

Adams means "son of Adam" (English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adams and Gideon boy or girl names?

Adams is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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