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Pessy 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

Pessy Rank #2,985
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2985 for Pessy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pessy or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Pessy at #2985 in the United States.

What do Pessy and Gideon mean?

Pessy means "star (from Esther)" (Hebrew/Yiddish origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Pessy and Gideon boy or girl names?

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

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