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Xavier vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Xavier Rank #102
Gideon Rank #332

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xavier or Gideon more popular?

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Xavier and Gideon mean?

Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Xavier and Gideon boy or girl names?

Xavier is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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