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Sid vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sid

Boy #4,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wide meadow, wide island"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,636
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

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Popularity Comparison

Sid Rank #4,636
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4636 for Sid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sid or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Sid at #4636 in the United States.

What do Sid and Gideon mean?

Sid means "wide meadow, wide island" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sid and Gideon boy or girl names?

Sid is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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