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Uriel vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Uriel

Boy #462 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"flame of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian Spanish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#462
Total SSA Count
670
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Uriel Rank #462
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #462 for Uriel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriel or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Uriel at #462 in the United States.

What do Uriel and Gideon mean?

Uriel means "flame of God" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Uriel and Gideon boy or girl names?

Uriel is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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