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Efrain 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

Efrain Rank #1,442
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1442 for Efrain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Efrain or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Efrain at #1442 in the United States.

What do Efrain and Gideon mean?

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

Are Efrain and Gideon boy or girl names?

Efrain is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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