Gertrude vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gertrude

Girl #4,693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear of strength"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Gertrude Rank #4,693

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4693 for Gertrude.

Is Gertrude or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Gertrude at #4693 in the United States.

What do Gertrude and Gideon mean?

Gertrude means "spear of strength" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gertrude and Gideon boy or girl names?

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