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Denton 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

Denton Rank #3,993
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3993 for Denton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denton or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Denton at #3993 in the United States.

What do Denton and Gideon mean?

Denton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Denton and Gideon boy or girl names?

Denton is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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