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Davon vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davon

Boy #1,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,567
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Davon Rank #1,567
Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1567 for Davon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davon or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Davon at #1567 in the United States.

What do Davon and Gilbert mean?

Davon means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" (American English origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Davon and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Davon is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.

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