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Gideon vs Janice

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

Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Janice Rank #2,252

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2252 for Janice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Janice more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Janice at #2252 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Janice mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Janice means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin and French origin).

Are Gideon and Janice boy or girl names?

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

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