Arlo 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
Nicknames
Gid, Giddy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Gideon Rank #332

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #332 for Gideon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlo ___

  • Arlo James
  • Arlo Thomas
  • Arlo Bear
  • Arlo Fox
  • Arlo River
  • Arlo Blue

Gideon ___

  • Gideon James
  • Gideon Paul
  • Gideon Alexander
  • Gideon Thomas
  • Gideon Luke

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

If you choose Gideon

Elijah Ezra Tobias Phineas Miriam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Gideon more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Gideon mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Arlo and Gideon boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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