Elva vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elva

Girl #3,690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf, magical being"

Origin: Old Norse

Scandinavian Irish English

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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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Elva Rank #3,690

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3690 for Elva.

Is Elva or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Elva at #3690 in the United States.

What do Elva and Gideon mean?

Elva means "elf, magical being" (Old Norse origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elva and Gideon boy or girl names?

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