Gilbert: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A bright pledge who keeps every promise made.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1167
- Peak
- #90 in 1930
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Gilbert Means
Gilbert is a boy name of English origin. A bright pledge who keeps every promise made.
How Popular Gilbert Is
Gilbert currently ranks #1167 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #90 in 1930. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Gilbert
- Gilbert broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #90 in 1930.
- Gilbert has been a top 100 name across 172+ years of American history.
- Gilbert is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Gilbert
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Gilbert
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Gilbert.
Questions About Gilbert
What does Gilbert mean?
Gilbert is a boy name of English origin. A bright pledge who keeps every promise made.
How popular is Gilbert?
Gilbert currently ranks #1167 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #90 in 1930. It has held steady.
Where does Gilbert come from?
Gilbert comes from English roots. Gilbert broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #90 in 1930.
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