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Gideon vs Jude

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

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Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Jude Rank #156

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Jude more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Jude mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Jude boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.

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