Brandon vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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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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Brandon Rank #230

Gideon Rank #332

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Brandon or Gideon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Gideon mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Brandon and Gideon boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.