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Quentin 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

Quentin Rank #789
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #789 for Quentin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quentin or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Quentin at #789 in the United States.

What do Quentin and Gideon mean?

Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Quentin and Gideon boy or girl names?

Quentin is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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