Kathryn vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathryn

Girl #716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek katharos

English American Irish Scottish

✓ All Clear

Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

✓ All Clear

Kathryn Rank #716

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #716 for Kathryn.

Is Kathryn or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Kathryn at #716 in the United States.

What do Kathryn and Gideon mean?

Kathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek katharos origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kathryn and Gideon boy or girl names?

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