Duncan vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish British American

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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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Duncan Rank #1,104

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Is Duncan or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Duncan and Gideon mean?

Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Duncan and Gideon boy or girl names?

Duncan is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.