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Gideon vs Elliott

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

Elliott

Boy #163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#163
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Elliott Rank #163

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Elliott more popular?

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Elliott mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin).

Are Gideon and Elliott boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Elliott is primarily a boy name.

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