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Macy vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macy

Girl #663 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Massy, Normandy"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#663
Total SSA Count
440
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Macy Rank #663
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #663 for Macy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macy or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Macy at #663 in the United States.

What do Macy and Gideon mean?

Macy means "from Massy, Normandy" (Old French/Norman origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Macy and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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