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Gideon vs Irvin

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

Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,081
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Irvin Rank #2,081

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2081 for Irvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Irvin more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Irvin mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin).

Are Gideon and Irvin boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Irvin is primarily a boy name.

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