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Truman 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

Truman Rank #1,810
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1810 for Truman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Truman or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Truman at #1810 in the United States.

What do Truman and Gideon mean?

Truman means "faithful man, loyal man" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Truman and Gideon boy or girl names?

Truman is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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