Lemuel vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lemuel

Boy #2,131 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"belonging to God"

Origin: Hebrew

English American Jewish

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Lemuel Rank #2,131

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2131 for Lemuel.

Is Lemuel or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Lemuel at #2131 in the United States.

What do Lemuel and Gideon mean?

Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lemuel and Gideon boy or girl names?

Lemuel is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.