Alton vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alton

Boy #1,572 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

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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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Alton Rank #1,572

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1572 for Alton.

Is Alton or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Alton at #1572 in the United States.

What do Alton and Gideon mean?

Alton means "old town, settlement" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alton and Gideon boy or girl names?

Alton is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.