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Gideon vs Harriet

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
Harriet Rank #1,154

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1154 for Harriet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Harriet more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Harriet at #1154 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Harriet mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Harriet means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Gideon and Harriet boy or girl names?

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

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