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Eben vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eben

Boy #2,760 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"stone of help"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Christian English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,760
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Eben Rank #2,760
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2760 for Eben.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eben or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Eben at #2760 in the United States.

What do Eben and Gideon mean?

Eben means "stone of help" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Eben and Gideon boy or girl names?

Eben is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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