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Atticus vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Atticus Rank #277
Gideon Rank #332

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atticus or Gideon more popular?

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Atticus and Gideon mean?

Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Atticus and Gideon boy or girl names?

Atticus is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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