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Gideon vs Emory

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

Emory

Boy #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#886
Total SSA Count
271
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Emory Rank #886

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #886 for Emory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Emory more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Emory at #886 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Emory mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Emory boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Emory is primarily a boy name.

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