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Gideon vs Duke

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

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Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Duke Rank #710

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Duke more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Duke mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Duke boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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