Leah vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leah

Girl #53 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"weary, delicate, languid"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Leah Rank #53

Gideon Rank #332

Leah is more popular, ranked #53 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Leah or Gideon more popular?

Leah is more popular, ranked #53 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Leah and Gideon mean?

Leah means "weary, delicate, languid" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leah and Gideon boy or girl names?

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