Laura vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Laura Rank #358

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #358 for Laura.

Is Laura or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Laura at #358 in the United States.

What do Laura and Gideon mean?

Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Laura and Gideon boy or girl names?

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