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Gideon vs Albert

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

Albert

Girl #38,988 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble and bright"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,988
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Albert Rank #38,988

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #38988 for Albert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Albert more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Albert at #38988 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Albert mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Albert means "noble and bright" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Albert boy or girl names?

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

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