Back to Baby Names

Gideon vs Catherine

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
Catherine Rank #320

Catherine is more popular, ranked #320 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Catherine more popular?

Catherine is more popular, ranked #320 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Catherine mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Catherine boy or girl names?

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

More Comparisons