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Gideon vs Ted

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

Ted

Boy #2,917 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,917
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Ted Rank #2,917

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2917 for Ted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Ted more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ted at #2917 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Ted mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Ted boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Ted is primarily a boy name.

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