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Gideon vs Ada

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

Ada

Girl #193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Turkish Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#193
Total SSA Count
1,563
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Ada Rank #193

Ada is more popular, ranked #193 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Ada more popular?

Ada is more popular, ranked #193 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ada mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ada means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Ada boy or girl names?

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

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