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Gideon vs Llewellyn

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
Llewellyn Rank #6,540

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #6540 for Llewellyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Llewellyn more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Llewellyn at #6540 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Llewellyn mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Llewellyn means "lion-like" (Welsh origin).

Are Gideon and Llewellyn boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Llewellyn is primarily a boy name.

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