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Gideon vs Amos

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

Amos

Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#699
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Amos Rank #699

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #699 for Amos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Amos more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Amos mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Amos boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.

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