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Gideon vs Winifred

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
Winifred Rank #1,027

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1027 for Winifred.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Winifred more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Winifred at #1027 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Winifred mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Winifred means "holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation" (Welsh origin).

Are Gideon and Winifred boy or girl names?

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

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