Gedeon
Meaning of Gedeon
The name Gedeon is a strong and distinctive choice for a baby boy, rooted in rich historical and cultural significance. Of Hebrew origin, Gedeon means "hewer" or "one who cuts down," reflecting strength and determination. The name is closely associated with the biblical figure Gideon, a military leader, judge, and prophet whose story is told in the Book of Judges. In English, Gedeon is pronounced as ge-DAY-on (/ɡeɪdiːən/), while the French pronunciation is zhed-AY-on (/ʒe.dɛ.ɔ̃/). Though not as commonly used as its variation Gideon, Gedeon has maintained a steady presence in the United States over recent years. According to data on newborns, its occurrence has fluctuated slightly but consistently appeared within the rankings since 1988. This name's rarity adds to its unique charm, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for something both meaningful and uncommon.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ge-DAY-on (/ɡeɪdiːən/)
French
- Pronunced as zhed-AY-on (/ʒe.dɛ.ɔ̃/)
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Notable People Named Gedeon
| Gedeon Dagan is a professor emeritus of hydrology at Tel Aviv University, Israel. |
| Gedeon Burkhard is a German actor known for his roles in Kommissar Rex, Inglourious Basterds, and Alarm für Cobra 11. |
| Gedeon Barcza - Gedeon (Gideon) Barcza was a Hungarian chess grandmaster and eight-time chess champion of Hungary. |
| Gedeon Chetvertinsky, a Ruthenian prince, served as the Metropolitan of Kiev, Galicia, and all Ruthenia in the Eastern Orthodox Church, appointed by the Patriarch of Moscow on the recommendation of Ivan Samoylovych, the Hetman of the Zaporizhian Host. |
| Commander Gédéon, also known as Gédéon Kyungu Mutanga Wa Bafunkwa Kanonga, is a notable Congolese warlord who led the Mai-Mai Kata Katanga from 2011 to 2016. |
