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Judson 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

Judson Rank #957
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #957 for Judson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Judson or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Judson at #957 in the United States.

What do Judson and Gideon mean?

Judson means "son of Judd" (English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Judson and Gideon boy or girl names?

Judson is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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