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Cedar vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cedar

Boy #1,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cedar tree, resinous wood"

Origin: Greek/Semitic

Cultural Roots

American English Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,203
Total SSA Count
170
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,397
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cedar Rank #1,203
Gilbert Rank #1,397

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar or Gilbert more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Cedar and Gilbert mean?

Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Cedar and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Cedar is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.

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