Cecil vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cecil

Boy #1,487 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"blind"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Cecil Rank #1,487

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1487 for Cecil.

Is Cecil or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Cecil at #1487 in the United States.

What do Cecil and Gilbert mean?

Cecil means "blind" (Latin origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Cecil and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Cecil is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.