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Gideon vs Kent

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

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Kent Rank #1,636

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Kent more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Kent mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Gideon and Kent boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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