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Monty 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

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Popularity Comparison

Monty Rank #1,821
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1821 for Monty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monty or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Monty at #1821 in the United States.

What do Monty and Gideon mean?

Monty means "pointed mountain, hill" (Old French/Gaulish origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Monty and Gideon boy or girl names?

Monty is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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