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Gideon vs Mariah

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

Mariah

Girl #413 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#413
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Mariah Rank #413

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #413 for Mariah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Mariah more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Mariah at #413 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Mariah mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Mariah means "sea of bitterness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Mariah boy or girl names?

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

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