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Gideon vs Irma

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

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Irma Rank #2,608

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2608 for Irma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Irma more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Irma at #2608 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Irma mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Irma boy or girl names?

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

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