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Steve vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Steve

Boy #1,693 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,693
Total SSA Count
99
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

Popularity Comparison

Steve Rank #1,693
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1693 for Steve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steve or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Steve at #1693 in the United States.

What do Steve and Gideon mean?

Steve means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Steve and Gideon boy or girl names?

Steve is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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