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Evangeline vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gideon

Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
1,042
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Evangeline Rank #174
Gideon Rank #332

Evangeline is more popular, ranked #174 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evangeline or Gideon more popular?

Evangeline is more popular, ranked #174 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Evangeline and Gideon mean?

Evangeline means "good angel" (Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Evangeline and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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