Gideon

Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
21,288 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2017 Peak Popularity Year
1,161 Peak Births

Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Gideon is a Hebrew name meaning 'hewer' or 'warrior'. Its historical path includes the biblical figure known for his leadership. The name embodies traits of strength and bravery, and it has biblical relevance as a prominent character in the Old Testament.

Etymology & Cultural Background

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Pronunciation

/ˈɡɪdiən/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Gideon comes from the Hebrew name 'Gid'on', which means 'hewer' or 'one who cuts trees'.

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Meaning

Feller, warrior

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Language Evolution

Gid'on (Hebrew), Gideon (English)

Biblical Background

Gideon is a significant figure in the Bible, known for leading the Israelites to victory over the Midianites.

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation, as biblical names became more favored.

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Variants & Derivatives

Gide, Gid, Gideonson

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Gideon is viewed as a strong and traditional name, often associated with leadership and bravery.

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Famous People

Gideon Welles, American politician, Gideon Rachman, British journalist

📊 Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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Key Insights

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 1,161 peak births in 2017

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Alternative Spellings & Similar Sounds (1 Variations)

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Historical Birth Statistics

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History

Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1473rd of 7545 396
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2119th of 6773 223
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1983rd of 7552 308
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1405th of 10718 600
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1136th of 16616 1,332
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 620th of 24088 5,866
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 323rd of 23106 12,415
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 29526th of 35406 11
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 21282nd of 30306 21

Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
67.37%
954th/1416
86.58%
1194th/1379
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
63.27%
1409th/2227
46.79%
1137th/2430
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
57.51%
1689th/2937
31.18%
1086th/3483
64.38%
2265th/3518
29.03%
1174th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
31.86%
1174th/3685
19.49%
872nd/4475
28.76%
1494th/5194
23.67%
1495th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
11.48%
526th/4582
12.57%
649th/5164
9.49%
694th/7313
7.65%
571st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
6.45%
257th/3984
8.58%
385th/4487
5.17%
353rd/6822
5.42%
340th/6276

Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity

This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States

This name shows strongest popularity in Alaska across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1473rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2119th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1983rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1405th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1136th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 620th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 323rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21282nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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