Rachel vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rachel

Girl #246 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Rachel Rank #246

Gideon Rank #332

Rachel is more popular, ranked #246 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Rachel or Gideon more popular?

Rachel is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Rachel and Gideon mean?

Rachel means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rachel and Gideon boy or girl names?

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