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Gideon vs Mercedes

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
Mercedes Rank #1,455

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1455 for Mercedes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Mercedes more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Mercedes at #1455 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Mercedes mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Mercedes means "mercies, graces, favors" (Spanish/Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Mercedes boy or girl names?

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

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