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Gideon vs Cora

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

Cora

Girl #102 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#102
Total SSA Count
2,570
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Cora Rank #102

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Cora more popular?

Cora is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Cora mean?

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

Are Gideon and Cora boy or girl names?

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

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