Winona vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Winona

Girl #738 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"firstborn daughter"

Origin: Dakota Sioux

Native American American

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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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Winona Rank #738

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #738 for Winona.

Is Winona or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Winona at #738 in the United States.

What do Winona and Gideon mean?

Winona means "firstborn daughter" (Dakota Sioux origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Winona and Gideon boy or girl names?

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