Mildred vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mildred

Girl #2,096 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle strength, mild power"

Origin: Old English

English American

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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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Mildred Rank #2,096

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2096 for Mildred.

Is Mildred or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Mildred at #2096 in the United States.

What do Mildred and Gideon mean?

Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mildred and Gideon boy or girl names?

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