UK boy's name
Gidon
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "mighty warrior".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Gidon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Gidon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3651, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Gidon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Gidon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gidon ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 boys were registered as Gidon.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gidon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3651
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Gidon mean?
The name Gidon has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Hebrew word "gideon," which means "mighty warrior" or "hewer" (one who cuts down trees). The name is closely associated with the biblical figure Gideon, who was a judge and military leader in ancient Israel.
In the Book of Judges in the Hebrew Bible, Gideon was chosen by God to lead the Israelites against the Midianites. Despite having a small army, Gideon emerged victorious with divine intervention. This biblical account has made the name Gidon a popular choice among Jews and Christians, symbolizing strength, courage, and faith.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gidon can be found in the Dead Sea Scrolls, a collection of ancient Jewish religious manuscripts dating back to the 3rd century BCE to the 1st century CE. This attests to the name's antiquity and its use among Jewish communities in ancient times.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Gidon. One of the most famous was Gideon ben Avraham (1138-1188), a renowned Jewish philosopher and mystic from Provence, France. He was known for his commentaries on the Kabbalah and his influence on Jewish mysticism.
Another notable figure was Gideon Mantell (1790-1852), an English obstetrician, geologist, and paleontologist. He is best known for his discovery and naming of several dinosaur species, including the Iguanodon. His contributions to the field of paleontology were significant.
In the religious realm, Gideon Ouseley (1762-1839) was an Irish Anglican priest and missionary who served in India. He played a crucial role in the establishment of the Church Missionary Society and the promotion of Christianity in South Asia.
Gideon Sundback (1880-1954), a Swedish-American electrical engineer, is credited with inventing the modern zipper or "separable fastener." His innovative design revolutionized the clothing and manufacturing industries.
Lastly, Gideon Hausner (1915-1990) was an Israeli lawyer and prosecutor who played a pivotal role in the trial of Adolf Eichmann, one of the key organizers of the Holocaust. His prosecution efforts brought Eichmann to justice and shed light on the atrocities committed during the Nazi regime.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Gidon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gidon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3651 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Gidon
- George 121,258
- Gabriel 20,581
- Grayson 7,636
- Gregory 2,925
- Guy 2,646
- Gareth 2,092
- Gethin 1,880
- Georgie 1,872
- Gary 1,575
- Gavin 1,422
- Giovanni 1,252
- Grant 1,199
FAQ
Gidon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gidon in the UK right now?
In 2004, Gidon was ranked #3651 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Gidon most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Gidon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gidon?
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "mighty warrior".
How many people are called Gidon in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Gidon across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.