Gideon Boy
Origin(s)
Hebrew
Meaning
hewer; one who cuts trees
Historical & Cultural Background
Gideon is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Gideon, a judge and military leader in the Book of Judges. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often associated with strength and leadership. In Jewish tradition, Gideon is celebrated for his faith and bravery in battle. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries, particularly in religious communities.
Trend Summary
Gideon has experienced a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gide
- Giddy
International Variants
- Gideon (English)
- Gideão (Portuguese)
- Gideon (Dutch)
Famous people named Gideon
Gideon Welles was an American politician who served as Secretary of the Navy under President Abraham Lincoln.
Gideon Sundback was a Swedish-American engineer known for inventing the modern zipper.
Gideon Rachman is a British journalist and author, recognized for his work as the chief foreign affairs commentator for the Financial Times.
Gideon Levy is an Israeli journalist known for his critical views on Israeli policies regarding the Palestinian territories.
Fictional characters named Gideon
Gideon Grey is a character in the Disney movie Zootopia, known as a con artist and antagonist.
Gideon in the TV series Supernatural is a powerful demon who plays a significant role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gideon was first seen in the United States in 1880. Gideon has ranked as high as #545 nationally which occurred in 2017 and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Gideon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gideon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 88 | |
| CA | 57 | |
| PA | 53 | |
| OH | 47 | |
| MI | 47 | |
| FL | 44 | |
| MO | 43 | |
| TN | 40 | |
| IN | 40 | |
| NY | 37 | |
| NC | 36 | |
| WA | 35 | |
| IL | 31 | |
| VA | 27 | |
| MN | 26 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 9 |
| 1885 | 13 |
| 1886 | 10 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1888 | 13 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 23 |
| 1917 | 40 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1921 | 25 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 29 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 29 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1963 | 26 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 38 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 37 |
| 1972 | 43 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 44 |
| 1975 | 49 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 46 |
| 1980 | 83 |
| 1981 | 67 |
| 1982 | 77 |
| 1983 | 48 |
| 1984 | 60 |
| 1985 | 51 |
| 1986 | 60 |
| 1987 | 80 |
| 1988 | 78 |
| 1989 | 99 |
| 1990 | 78 |
| 1991 | 95 |
| 1992 | 82 |
| 1993 | 107 |
| 1994 | 101 |
| 1995 | 137 |
| 1996 | 112 |
| 1997 | 121 |
| 1998 | 122 |
| 1999 | 135 |
| 2000 | 180 |
| 2001 | 257 |
| 2002 | 226 |
| 2003 | 290 |
| 2004 | 290 |
| 2005 | 304 |
| 2006 | 433 |
| 2007 | 489 |
| 2008 | 504 |
| 2009 | 485 |
| 2010 | 576 |
| 2011 | 689 |
| 2012 | 765 |
| 2013 | 846 |
| 2014 | 944 |
| 2015 | 1,055 |
| 2016 | 1,034 |
| 2017 | 1,161 |
| 2018 | 1,108 |
| 2019 | 1,042 |
| 2020 | 1,031 |
| 2021 | 1,081 |
| 2022 | 1,024 |
| 2023 | 1,047 |
| 2024 | 1,042 |