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Gideon vs Edna

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

Edna

Girl #2,052 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pleasure, rejuvenation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,052
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Edna Rank #2,052

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2052 for Edna.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Edna more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Edna at #2052 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Edna mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Edna means "pleasure, rejuvenation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Edna boy or girl names?

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

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