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Gideon vs Denton

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
Denton Rank #3,993

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3993 for Denton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Denton more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Denton at #3993 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Denton mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Denton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Denton boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Denton is primarily a boy name.

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