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Perry 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

Perry Rank #1,914
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1914 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Perry at #1914 in the United States.

What do Perry and Gideon mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Perry and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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