Ernesto vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernesto

Boy #897 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"earnest, serious, 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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Ernesto Rank #897

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #897 for Ernesto.

Is Ernesto or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ernesto at #897 in the United States.

What do Ernesto and Gideon mean?

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

Are Ernesto and Gideon boy or girl names?

Ernesto is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.