Gunner vs Raiden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gunner

Boy #520 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold warrior"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Norwegian Danish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#520
Total SSA Count
587
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Gun

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Popularity Comparison

Gunner Rank #520
Raiden Rank #449

Raiden is more popular, ranked #449 vs #520 for Gunner.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gunner ___

  • Gunner Lee
  • Gunner James
  • Gunner Wade
  • Gunner Dean
  • Gunner Cole
  • Gunner Ray

Raiden ___

  • Raiden James
  • Raiden Cole
  • Raiden Alexander
  • Raiden Michael
  • Raiden Lee
  • Raiden Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gunner

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If you choose Raiden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gunner or Raiden more popular?

Raiden is more popular, ranked #449 compared to Gunner at #520 in the United States.

What do Gunner and Raiden mean?

Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin). Raiden means "thunder and lightning" (Japanese origin).

Are Gunner and Raiden boy or girl names?

Gunner is primarily a boy name. Raiden is primarily a boy name.

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