Ellen vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellen

Girl #1,032 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

English American Scottish Irish

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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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Ellen Rank #1,032

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1032 for Ellen.

Is Ellen or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ellen at #1032 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Gideon mean?

Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ellen and Gideon boy or girl names?

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