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Gideon vs Harvey

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
Harvey Rank #244

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Harvey more popular?

Harvey is more popular, ranked #244 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Harvey mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Harvey means "battle worthy" (Old Breton origin).

Are Gideon and Harvey boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Harvey is primarily a boy name.

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