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Gideon vs Toby

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

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Toby Rank #1,106

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Toby more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Toby mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gideon and Toby boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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