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Gideon vs Jake

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

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Jake Rank #423

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Jake more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Jake mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Jake boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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