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Gideon vs Quentin

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
Quentin Rank #789

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #789 for Quentin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Quentin more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Quentin at #789 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Quentin mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Quentin boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Quentin is primarily a boy name.

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