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Gideon vs Murphy

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
Murphy Rank #475

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #475 for Murphy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Murphy more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Murphy at #475 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Murphy mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Murphy means "sea warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Gideon and Murphy boy or girl names?

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

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