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Adelaide 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

Adelaide Rank #271
Gideon Rank #332

Adelaide is more popular, ranked #271 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adelaide or Gideon more popular?

Adelaide is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Adelaide and Gideon mean?

Adelaide means "noble kind, of noble birth" (Old High German origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adelaide and Gideon boy or girl names?

Adelaide is primarily a girl name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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