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Irma vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Irma Rank #2,608
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2608 for Irma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irma or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Irma at #2608 in the United States.

What do Irma and Gideon mean?

Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Irma and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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