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Reece vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reece

Boy #455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, ardent"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#455
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Reece Rank #455
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #455 for Reece.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reece or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Reece at #455 in the United States.

What do Reece and Gideon mean?

Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Reece and Gideon boy or girl names?

Reece is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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