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Gideon vs Sarah

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

Sarah

Girl #95 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"princess, noblewoman"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English French Arabic Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#95
Total SSA Count
2,697
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Sarah Rank #95

Sarah is more popular, ranked #95 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Sarah more popular?

Sarah is more popular, ranked #95 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Sarah mean?

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

Are Gideon and Sarah boy or girl names?

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

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