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Gideon vs Cade

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

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Cade Rank #272

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Cade more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Cade mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Cade boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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