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Anne vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anne

Girl #650 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#650
Total SSA Count
450
Syllables
1
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

Anne Rank #650
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #650 for Anne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anne or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Anne at #650 in the United States.

What do Anne and Gideon mean?

Anne means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Anne and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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