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Gideon vs Ivy

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

Ivy

Girl #36 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ivy plant, climbing vine"

Origin: Old English ifig

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36
Total SSA Count
5,323
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Ivy Rank #36

Ivy is more popular, ranked #36 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Ivy more popular?

Ivy is more popular, ranked #36 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ivy mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ivy means "ivy plant, climbing vine" (Old English ifig origin).

Are Gideon and Ivy boy or girl names?

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

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