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Gideon vs Stella

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
Stella Rank #49

Stella is more popular, ranked #49 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Stella more popular?

Stella is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Stella mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Stella means "Star" (Latin origin).

Are Gideon and Stella boy or girl names?

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

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