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Gideon vs Mack

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

Mack

Boy #499 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#499
Total SSA Count
612
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Mack Rank #499

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #499 for Mack.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Mack more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Mack at #499 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Mack mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gideon and Mack boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.

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