Hamilton vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hamilton

Boy #2,653 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"flat-topped hill settlement"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

American Scottish English Canadian

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Hamilton Rank #2,653

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2653 for Hamilton.

Is Hamilton or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Hamilton at #2653 in the United States.

What do Hamilton and Gideon mean?

Hamilton means "flat-topped hill settlement" (Old English/Scottish origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hamilton and Gideon boy or girl names?

Hamilton is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.