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Gideon vs Geneva

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

Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Geneva Rank #1,604

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1604 for Geneva.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Geneva more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Geneva at #1604 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Geneva mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Geneva means "woman of the tribe" (Gaulish Celtic origin).

Are Gideon and Geneva boy or girl names?

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

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