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Gideon vs Abe

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

Abe

Boy #2,424 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Jewish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,424
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Abe Rank #2,424

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2424 for Abe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Abe more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Abe at #2424 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Abe mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Abe means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Abe boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Abe is primarily a boy name.

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