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Gideon vs Perry

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
Perry Rank #1,914

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1914 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Perry more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Perry at #1914 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Perry mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Perry boy or girl names?

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

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