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Gideon vs Odessa

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
Odessa Rank #1,586

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1586 for Odessa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Odessa more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Odessa at #1586 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Odessa mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Odessa means "city of Odysseus" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Odessa boy or girl names?

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

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