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Fletcher 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

Fletcher Rank #565
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #565 for Fletcher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fletcher or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Fletcher at #565 in the United States.

What do Fletcher and Gideon mean?

Fletcher means "arrow maker" (Old French via Middle English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fletcher and Gideon boy or girl names?

Fletcher is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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