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Gideon vs Truman

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
Truman Rank #1,810

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1810 for Truman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Truman more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Truman at #1810 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Truman mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Truman means "faithful man, loyal man" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Truman boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Truman is primarily a boy name.

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