Muriel vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Muriel

Girl #3,168 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"bright sea, shining sea"

Origin: Old Irish muirgeal

British Irish Scottish French

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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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Muriel Rank #3,168

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3168 for Muriel.

Is Muriel or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Muriel at #3168 in the United States.

What do Muriel and Gideon mean?

Muriel means "bright sea, shining sea" (Old Irish muirgeal origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Muriel and Gideon boy or girl names?

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