Gideon vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #332 for Gideon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gideon ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gideon

Elijah Ezra Tobias Phineas Miriam

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Theodore mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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