Gideon is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #976 in 2025 with 31 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 55 births ranking #644. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 24.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 8,772 boys born was named Gideon. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Gideon is a Hebrew biblical name usually explained as meaning "feller" or "hewer". In modern use, it feels strong, thoughtful, and distinctive without being hard to wear.
The name comes from the biblical judge Gideon and has remained familiar through Jewish and Christian tradition. Its modern revival reflects the return of weightier biblical names with character.