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Gideon vs Johanna

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
Johanna Rank #848

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #848 for Johanna.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Johanna more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Johanna at #848 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Johanna mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Johanna means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Johanna boy or girl names?

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

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