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Gideon

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Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Great Warrior

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Boys Named Gideon

This chart illustrates how many Boys were named Gideon in the U.S. since 1880.
Records indicate that at least 2,729 boys have been named Gideon since 1880 in the United States.

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Comment left Aug 07, 2008: "Its a pretty normal name to run into in South Africa. Tends to travel down family trees. My whole moms side of family are a bunch of Gideons dating back to the 1700s. Gideon is often said to me "the destroyer" but it all relates back to the days of the bible. I rather like to think of it as one who was called to special service by God. Most people call me Deon however, as my grandfather was. I used to dislike the name as it seemed "formal" and longer or more traditional than most of my friends being marks or gary or joe. But I have grown into it and it takes some wide shoulders and firm feet to carry a name like Gideon. I suppose we grow into the role out of a called necesity. Now Im quite cool with it. My middle name, Stephanus, now thats another kettle of fish alltogether. Dont know how I will get to wear that one with pride. LOL. To all you Gideon's out there.... Go large!!! or Go home!!!" (Report as inappropriate)

Comment left Apr 08, 2008: "My 2 yr old son is named Gideon Isaac. He is a sunbeam, a joy to be around. He has a head full of wavy light brown hair, smiling blue eyes, and a contagious giggle. He is the only Gideon I have ever known. Just loved the Bible story and the sound of it - strong yet sweet." (Report as inappropriate)

Comment left Dec 18, 2007: "One of my favorites. Ala Gideon Jackson from "Freedom Road."" (Report as inappropriate)

  • Comment left Dec 04, 2007: "I remember a Gideon from high school who came from a wealthy family. He would act up whenever a substitute teacher came to class. I am pretty sure he joined a fraternity in college." (Report as inappropriate)

    Comment left Feb 23, 2007: "He is a mighty warrior and a judge in the Bible. God used him to defeat the enermy and to save the Israelites. There was peace for forty years during his reign. He lived a blessed life and died at a good old age." (Report as inappropriate)



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