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Denise 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

Denise Rank #1,898
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1898 for Denise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denise or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Denise at #1898 in the United States.

What do Denise and Gideon mean?

Denise means "devoted to the god of wine and festivity" (Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Denise and Gideon boy or girl names?

Denise is primarily a girl name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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