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Gideon vs Hosea

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
Hosea Rank #2,351

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2351 for Hosea.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Hosea more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Hosea at #2351 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Hosea mean?

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

Are Gideon and Hosea boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Hosea is primarily a boy name.

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