Bailey vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bailey

Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

English American Scottish

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

English French American Irish

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Bailey Rank #1,270

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Bailey or Gilbert more popular?

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Bailey and Gilbert mean?

Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Bailey and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Bailey is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.