Simeon vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simeon

Boy #1,142 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"one who hears, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Simeon Rank #1,142

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1142 for Simeon.

Is Simeon or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Simeon at #1142 in the United States.

What do Simeon and Gideon mean?

Simeon means "one who hears, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simeon and Gideon boy or girl names?

Simeon is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.