Gideon vs Ottis

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

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Ottis

Boy #6,337 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Wealthy, prosperous warrior"

Origin: Old Germanic 'aud' (wealth) + warrior suffix

Cultural Roots

American English Germanic African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #6,337
Total SSA Count: 14
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332

Ottis Rank #6,337

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #6337 for Ottis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Ottis more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ottis at #6337 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ottis mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ottis means "Wealthy, prosperous warrior" (Old Germanic 'aud' (wealth) + warrior suffix origin).

Are Gideon and Ottis boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Ottis is primarily a boy name.

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