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Gideon vs Maria

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

Maria

Girl #74 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"drop of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese German Polish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#74
Total SSA Count
3,105
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Maria Rank #74

Maria is more popular, ranked #74 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Maria more popular?

Maria is more popular, ranked #74 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Maria mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Maria means "drop of the sea" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Maria boy or girl names?

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

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