Excel vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Excel

Boy #38,796 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"excellence, superior quality"

Origin: Latin

African American Contemporary Filipino

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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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Excel Rank #38,796

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #38796 for Excel.

Is Excel or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Excel at #38796 in the United States.

What do Excel and Gilbert mean?

Excel means "excellence, superior quality" (Latin origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Excel and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Excel is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.