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Gideon vs Ora

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

Ora

Girl #3,444 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish British Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,444
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Ora Rank #3,444

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3444 for Ora.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Ora more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ora at #3444 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ora mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ora means "light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Ora boy or girl names?

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

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