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Gideon vs Patience

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
Patience Rank #1,327

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1327 for Patience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Patience more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Patience at #1327 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Patience mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Patience means "endurance, patient suffering" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Patience boy or girl names?

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

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