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Gideon vs Weldon

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
Weldon Rank #2,996

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2996 for Weldon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Weldon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Weldon at #2996 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Weldon mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Weldon means "from the hill spring" (Old English origin).

Are Gideon and Weldon boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Weldon is primarily a boy name.

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