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Gideon vs Madison

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
Madison Rank #3,305

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3305 for Madison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Madison more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Madison at #3305 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Madison mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Madison means "son of Matthew" (English surname origin).

Are Gideon and Madison boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Madison is primarily a boy name.

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