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Ted vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ted

Boy #2,917 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,917
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ted Rank #2,917
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2917 for Ted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ted or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ted at #2917 in the United States.

What do Ted and Gideon mean?

Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ted and Gideon boy or girl names?

Ted is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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