Elmer vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1169 for Elmer.

Is Elmer or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Elmer at #1169 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Gideon mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elmer and Gideon boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.