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Cade 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

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Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Gideon Rank #332

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Gideon more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Cade and Gideon mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cade and Gideon boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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