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Fable 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

Fable Rank #3,747
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3747 for Fable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fable or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Fable at #3747 in the United States.

What do Fable and Gideon mean?

Fable means "story, moral tale" (Latin fabula origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fable and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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