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Gideon vs Terry

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
Terry Rank #1,187

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Terry more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Terry mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Terry boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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