Matilda vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matilda

Girl #410 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"mighty in battle"

Origin: Germanic

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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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Matilda Rank #410

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #410 for Matilda.

Is Matilda or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Matilda at #410 in the United States.

What do Matilda and Gideon mean?

Matilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Matilda and Gideon boy or girl names?

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