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Wilma vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,034
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Wilma Rank #4,034
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #4034 for Wilma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilma or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Wilma and Gideon mean?

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

Are Wilma and Gideon boy or girl names?

Wilma is primarily a girl name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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