Lyndon 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

Lyndon Rank #1,752
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1752 for Lyndon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyndon or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Lyndon at #1752 in the United States.

What do Lyndon and Gideon mean?

Lyndon means "lime tree hill" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lyndon and Gideon boy or girl names?

Lyndon is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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