Chauncey vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chauncey

Boy #2,993 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"chancellor, keeper of records"

Origin: Old French

English American French

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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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Chauncey Rank #2,993

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2993 for Chauncey.

Is Chauncey or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Chauncey at #2993 in the United States.

What do Chauncey and Gideon mean?

Chauncey means "chancellor, keeper of records" (Old French origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Chauncey and Gideon boy or girl names?

Chauncey is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.