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Gideon vs Payton

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
Payton Rank #1,515

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1515 for Payton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Payton more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Payton at #1515 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Payton mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Payton means "warrior's estate" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Payton boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Payton is primarily a boy name.

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