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Gideon vs Ophelia

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
Ophelia Rank #261

Ophelia is more popular, ranked #261 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Ophelia more popular?

Ophelia is more popular, ranked #261 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ophelia mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ophelia means "help, aid" (Greek opheleia origin).

Are Gideon and Ophelia boy or girl names?

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

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