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Zane 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

Zane Rank #305
Gideon Rank #332

Zane is more popular, ranked #305 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zane or Gideon more popular?

Zane is more popular, ranked #305 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Zane and Gideon mean?

Zane means "Gift from God". Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Zane and Gideon boy or girl names?

Zane is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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