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Odell vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Odell

Boy #4,694 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"place of the blue dye plant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,694
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Odell Rank #4,694
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4694 for Odell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Odell or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Odell at #4694 in the United States.

What do Odell and Gideon mean?

Odell means "place of the blue dye plant" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Odell and Gideon boy or girl names?

Odell is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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