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Gideon vs Indiana

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
Indiana Rank #2,250

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2250 for Indiana.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Indiana more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Indiana at #2250 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Indiana mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Indiana means "land of the Indians" (American English/Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Indiana boy or girl names?

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

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