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Gideon vs Stafford

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
Stafford Rank #6,386

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #6386 for Stafford.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Stafford more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Stafford at #6386 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Stafford mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Stafford means "ford near a landing stage or wharf" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Stafford boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Stafford is primarily a boy name.

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