Gideon

Jewish: from the Biblical name meaning "one who cuts down" in Hebrew.

+ 2% this year
Masculine
Common

Updated August 7, 2024

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Boy name origins & meanings

  • Hebrew : Mighty warrior

Boy name variations

Giddy
Gid
Gedeon
Gideone
Gydeon
Hedeon

How Popular Is The Name Gideon

Family name origins & meanings

  • Jewish : from the Biblical name meaning ‘one who cuts down’ in Hebrew. It was borne by an Israelite leader appointed to deliver his people from the Midianites (Judges 6:14).

Famous people who gave their babies this name

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