Raquel vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raquel

Girl #1,068 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, innocent, nurturing"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Raquel Rank #1,068

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1068 for Raquel.

Is Raquel or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Raquel at #1068 in the United States.

What do Raquel and Gideon mean?

Raquel means "gentle, innocent, nurturing" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Raquel and Gideon boy or girl names?

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