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Alexis vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

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

Alexis Rank #485
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Gideon mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alexis and Gideon boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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