Boy name guide

Gideon name meaning, origin and style

Gideon name meaning: hewer; one who cuts down. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Choosing Gideon

A distinctive biblical choice with a strong consonant pattern and uncommon character.

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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