Darrell vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darrell

Boy #1,470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,470
Total SSA Count: 123
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Darrell Rank #1,470

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Gilbert mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Darrell and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.

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