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Gideon vs Jordon

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
Jordon Rank #3,293

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3293 for Jordon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Jordon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Jordon at #3293 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Jordon mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Jordon means "flowing river" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Jordon boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Jordon is primarily a boy name.

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