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Gideon vs Steve

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

Steve

Boy #1,693 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,693
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Steve Rank #1,693

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1693 for Steve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Steve more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Steve at #1693 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Steve mean?

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

Are Gideon and Steve boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Steve is primarily a boy name.

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