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Gideon vs Jason

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
Jason Rank #148

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Jason more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Jason mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are Gideon and Jason boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.

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