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Gideon vs Sallie

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
Sallie Rank #6,118

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #6118 for Sallie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Sallie more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Sallie at #6118 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Sallie mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Sallie means "princess" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Sallie boy or girl names?

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

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