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Gideon vs Lilian

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
Lilian Rank #558

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #558 for Lilian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Lilian more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Lilian at #558 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Lilian mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Lilian means "lily flower" (Latin lilium origin).

Are Gideon and Lilian boy or girl names?

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

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