Ernest vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Gideon mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ernest and Gideon boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.