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Matthias 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

Matthias Rank #472
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #472 for Matthias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matthias or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Matthias at #472 in the United States.

What do Matthias and Gideon mean?

Matthias means "gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Matthias and Gideon boy or girl names?

Matthias is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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