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Gideon vs Obie

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

Obie

Boy #5,401 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,401
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Obie Rank #5,401

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #5401 for Obie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Obie more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Obie at #5401 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Obie mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Obie means "servant of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Obie boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Obie is primarily a boy name.

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