Abbott vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abbott

Boy #3,766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father, head of monastery"

Origin: Aramaic via Latin

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Abbott Rank #3,766

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #3766 for Abbott.

Is Abbott or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Abbott at #3766 in the United States.

What do Abbott and Gilbert mean?

Abbott means "father, head of monastery" (Aramaic via Latin origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Abbott and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Abbott is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.