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Stella 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

Stella Rank #49
Gideon Rank #332

Stella is more popular, ranked #49 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stella or Gideon more popular?

Stella is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Stella and Gideon mean?

Stella means "Star" (Latin origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Stella and Gideon boy or girl names?

Stella is primarily a girl name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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