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Gideon vs Adan

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

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Adan

Boy #496 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man, human being"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Arabic Hebrew Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#496
Total SSA Count
620
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Adan Rank #496

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #496 for Adan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Adan more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Adan at #496 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Adan mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Adan means "man, human being" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Adan boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Adan is primarily a boy name.

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