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Gideon vs Stephan

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
Stephan Rank #1,726

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1726 for Stephan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Stephan more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Stephan at #1726 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Stephan mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Stephan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Stephan boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Stephan is primarily a boy name.

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