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Gideon vs Troy

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

Troy

Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#531
Total SSA Count
560
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Troy Rank #531

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Troy more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Troy mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Troy boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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