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Hazel 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

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Popularity Comparison

Hazel Rank #19
Gideon Rank #332

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel or Gideon more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Hazel and Gideon mean?

Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hazel and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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