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Clayton 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

Clayton Rank #318
Gideon Rank #332

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Gideon more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Gideon mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clayton and Gideon boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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