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Gideon vs Wilma

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

Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,034
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Wilma Rank #4,034

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4034 for Wilma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Wilma more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Wilma mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Wilma means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Gideon and Wilma boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Wilma is primarily a girl name.

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