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Gideon vs Andy

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

Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Andy Rank #489

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #489 for Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Andy more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Andy at #489 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Andy mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Andy means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Andy boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Andy is primarily a boy name.

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