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Gideon vs Gillian

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
Gillian Rank #21,446

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #21446 for Gillian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Gillian more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Gillian at #21446 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Gillian mean?

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

Are Gideon and Gillian boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Gillian is primarily a boy name.

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