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Gideon vs Gretta

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
Gretta Rank #4,387

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4387 for Gretta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Gretta more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Gretta at #4387 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Gretta mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Gretta means "pearl" (Greek via Latin and German origin).

Are Gideon and Gretta boy or girl names?

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

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