Alan vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Alan Rank #167

Gideon Rank #332

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Alan or Gideon more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Alan and Gideon mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alan and Gideon boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.