Melvin vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

English American Scandinavian Welsh

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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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Melvin Rank #876

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #876 for Melvin.

Is Melvin or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Melvin and Gideon mean?

Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Melvin and Gideon boy or girl names?

Melvin is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.