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Albert vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Albert

Girl #38,988 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble and bright"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,988
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Albert Rank #38,988
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #38988 for Albert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Albert or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Albert at #38988 in the United States.

What do Albert and Gideon mean?

Albert means "noble and bright" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Albert and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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