Gideon vs Ismael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gideon

Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #234 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God will hear"

Origin: Hebrew

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Gideon Rank #332

Ismael Rank #234

Ismael is more popular, ranked #234 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Gideon or Ismael more popular?

Ismael is more popular, ranked #234 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ismael mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ismael means "God will hear" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Ismael boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Ismael is primarily a boy name.