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Gideon vs Pessy

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
Pessy Rank #2,985

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2985 for Pessy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Pessy more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Pessy at #2985 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Pessy mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Pessy means "star (from Esther)" (Hebrew/Yiddish origin).

Are Gideon and Pessy boy or girl names?

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

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