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Ophelia 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

Popularity Comparison

Ophelia Rank #261
Gideon Rank #332

Ophelia is more popular, ranked #261 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ophelia or Gideon more popular?

Ophelia is more popular, ranked #261 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Ophelia and Gideon mean?

Ophelia means "help, aid" (Greek opheleia origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ophelia and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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