Wilber vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilber

Boy #4,254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, brilliant"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Wilber Rank #4,254

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4254 for Wilber.

Is Wilber or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Wilber at #4254 in the United States.

What do Wilber and Gideon mean?

Wilber means "resolute, brilliant" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Wilber and Gideon boy or girl names?

Wilber is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.