Sheldon vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1966 for Sheldon.

Is Sheldon or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Sheldon at #1966 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Gideon mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sheldon and Gideon boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.