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Genevieve 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

Genevieve Rank #165
Gideon Rank #332

Genevieve is more popular, ranked #165 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genevieve or Gideon more popular?

Genevieve is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Genevieve and Gideon mean?

Genevieve means "tribe woman; woman of the people" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Genevieve and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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