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Gideon vs Milo

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

Milo

Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,988
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Milo Rank #120

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Milo more popular?

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Milo mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Milo boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Milo is primarily a boy name.

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