Ervin vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ervin

Boy #1,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"honor-friend"

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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Ervin Rank #1,939

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1939 for Ervin.

Is Ervin or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ervin at #1939 in the United States.

What do Ervin and Gideon mean?

Ervin means "honor-friend" (Old High German origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ervin and Gideon boy or girl names?

Ervin is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.