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Gideon vs Arthur

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

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Arthur mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Gideon and Arthur boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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