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Gideon vs Luther

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

Luther

Boy #1,499 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous army, warrior people"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,499
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Luther Rank #1,499

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1499 for Luther.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Luther more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Luther at #1499 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Luther mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Luther means "famous army, warrior people" (Old High German origin).

Are Gideon and Luther boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Luther is primarily a boy name.

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