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Gideon vs Marie

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

Marie

Girl #637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (Miryam)

Cultural Roots

French German English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#637
Total SSA Count
461
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Marie Rank #637

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #637 for Marie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Marie more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Marie at #637 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Marie mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Marie means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew (Miryam) origin).

Are Gideon and Marie boy or girl names?

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

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