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Gideon vs Edith

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

Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Edith Rank #528

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #528 for Edith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Edith more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Edith at #528 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Edith mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Edith boy or girl names?

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

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