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Gideon vs Bertha

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

Bertha

Girl #4,800 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining"

Origin: Old High German 'beraht'

Cultural Roots

German English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,800
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Bertha Rank #4,800

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4800 for Bertha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Bertha more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Bertha at #4800 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Bertha mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Bertha means "bright, shining" (Old High German 'beraht' origin).

Are Gideon and Bertha boy or girl names?

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

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