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Gretta 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

Gretta Rank #4,387
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4387 for Gretta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gretta or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Gretta at #4387 in the United States.

What do Gretta and Gideon mean?

Gretta means "pearl" (Greek via Latin and German origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gretta and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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