Winifred vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Winifred

Girl #1,027 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation"

Origin: 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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Winifred Rank #1,027

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1027 for Winifred.

Is Winifred or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Winifred at #1027 in the United States.

What do Winifred and Gideon mean?

Winifred means "holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation" (Welsh origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Winifred and Gideon boy or girl names?

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