Hilda vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hilda

Girl #3,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"battle woman, warrior"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Hilda Rank #3,055

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3055 for Hilda.

Is Hilda or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Hilda at #3055 in the United States.

What do Hilda and Gideon mean?

Hilda means "battle woman, warrior" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hilda and Gideon boy or girl names?

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