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Gideon vs Leah

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

Leah

Girl #53 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"weary, delicate, languid"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#53
Total SSA Count
3,969
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Leah Rank #53

Leah is more popular, ranked #53 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Leah more popular?

Leah is more popular, ranked #53 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Leah mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Leah means "weary, delicate, languid" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Leah boy or girl names?

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

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