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Roman 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

Roman Rank #52
Gideon Rank #332

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Gideon more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Roman and Gideon mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Roman and Gideon boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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