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Gideon vs Eithan

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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Eithan

Boy #227 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, firm, enduring"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Hebrew Latino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#227
Total SSA Count
1,593
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Eithan Rank #227

Eithan is more popular, ranked #227 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Eithan more popular?

Eithan is more popular, ranked #227 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Eithan mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Eithan means "strong, firm, enduring" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Eithan boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Eithan is primarily a boy name.

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