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Gideon vs Arabella

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
Arabella Rank #206

Arabella is more popular, ranked #206 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Arabella more popular?

Arabella is more popular, ranked #206 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Arabella mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Arabella means "yielding to prayer, easily entreated" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Arabella boy or girl names?

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

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