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Ora vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ora

Girl #3,444 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish British Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,444
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Ora Rank #3,444
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #3444 for Ora.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ora or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ora at #3444 in the United States.

What do Ora and Gideon mean?

Ora means "light" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ora and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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