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Gordon vs Ash

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gordon

Boy #1,090 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great fort, spacious hill"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,090
Total SSA Count
199
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gordon Rank #1,090
Ash Rank #1,152

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 vs #1152 for Ash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gordon or Ash more popular?

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 compared to Ash at #1152 in the United States.

What do Gordon and Ash mean?

Gordon means "great fort, spacious hill" (Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic origin). Ash means "ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are Gordon and Ash boy or girl names?

Gordon is primarily a boy name. Ash is primarily a boy name.

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