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Gideon vs Cecile

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
Cecile Rank #5,912

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #5912 for Cecile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Cecile more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Cecile at #5912 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Cecile mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Cecile means "blind (from Latin caecus)" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Cecile boy or girl names?

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

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