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Gideon vs Lucy

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

Lucy

Girl #34 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light"

Origin: Latin Lucia from lux

Cultural Roots

English Latin French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#34
Total SSA Count
5,396
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Lucy Rank #34

Lucy is more popular, ranked #34 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Lucy more popular?

Lucy is more popular, ranked #34 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Lucy mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Lucy means "light" (Latin Lucia from lux origin).

Are Gideon and Lucy boy or girl names?

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

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