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Gideon vs Nora

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

Nora

Girl #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of honor"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#22
Total SSA Count
6,128
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Nora Rank #22

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Nora more popular?

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Nora mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Nora means "woman of honor" (Irish origin).

Are Gideon and Nora boy or girl names?

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

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