Gideon vs Doris

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

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Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,193
Total SSA Count: 86
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332

Doris Rank #2,193

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2193 for Doris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Doris more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Doris mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Doris boy or girl names?

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

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