Wilfred vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilfred

Boy #5,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"desiring peace, will and peace"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Wilfred Rank #5,034

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #5034 for Wilfred.

Is Wilfred or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Wilfred at #5034 in the United States.

What do Wilfred and Gideon mean?

Wilfred means "desiring peace, will and peace" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Wilfred and Gideon boy or girl names?

Wilfred is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.