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Gideon vs Nevin

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

Nevin

Boy #3,361 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little saint, holy one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,361
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Nevin Rank #3,361

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3361 for Nevin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Nevin more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Nevin at #3361 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Nevin mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Nevin means "little saint, holy one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gideon and Nevin boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Nevin is primarily a boy name.

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