Elma vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elma

Girl #4,584 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"apple"

Origin: Turkish/Bosnian

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Elma Rank #4,584

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4584 for Elma.

Is Elma or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Elma at #4584 in the United States.

What do Elma and Gideon mean?

Elma means "apple" (Turkish/Bosnian origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elma and Gideon boy or girl names?

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