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Grant vs Gideon

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

Grant Rank #241
Gideon Rank #332

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Gideon more popular?

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Grant and Gideon mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Grant and Gideon boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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