Williams vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Williams

Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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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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Williams Rank #2,530

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2530 for Williams.

Is Williams or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Williams at #2530 in the United States.

What do Williams and Gideon mean?

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

Are Williams and Gideon boy or girl names?

Williams is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.