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Gideon vs Reginald

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
Reginald Rank #1,181

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1181 for Reginald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Reginald more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Reginald at #1181 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Reginald mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Reginald boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Reginald is primarily a boy name.

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