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Gideon vs Gilmer

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
Gilmer Rank #14,339

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #14339 for Gilmer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Gilmer more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Gilmer at #14339 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Gilmer mean?

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

Are Gideon and Gilmer boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Gilmer is primarily a boy name.

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