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Gideon vs Josie

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
Josie Rank #88

Josie is more popular, ranked #88 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Josie more popular?

Josie is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Josie mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Josie means "God will increase" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Josie boy or girl names?

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

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