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Ashby vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ashby

Boy #5,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,889
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ashby Rank #5,889
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #5889 for Ashby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashby or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ashby at #5889 in the United States.

What do Ashby and Gideon mean?

Ashby means "ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees" (Old Norse origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ashby and Gideon boy or girl names?

Ashby is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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