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Gideon vs Matthias

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
Matthias Rank #472

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #472 for Matthias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Matthias more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Matthias at #472 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Matthias mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Matthias means "gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Matthias boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Matthias is primarily a boy name.

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