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Gideon vs Hannah

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

Hannah

Girl #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God has favored me"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
4,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Hannah Rank #52

Hannah is more popular, ranked #52 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Hannah more popular?

Hannah is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Hannah mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Hannah means "God has favored me" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Hannah boy or girl names?

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

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