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Madison 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

Madison Rank #3,305
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3305 for Madison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madison or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Madison at #3305 in the United States.

What do Madison and Gideon mean?

Madison means "son of Matthew" (English surname origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Madison and Gideon boy or girl names?

Madison is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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