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Harrison 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

Harrison Rank #121
Gideon Rank #332

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Gideon more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Gideon mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harrison and Gideon boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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