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Gideon vs Lavinia

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
Lavinia Rank #2,132

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2132 for Lavinia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Lavinia more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Lavinia at #2132 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Lavinia mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Lavinia means "of the Latins" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Lavinia boy or girl names?

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

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