Gilbert vs Abbott

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Boy #3,766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father, head of monastery"

Origin: Aramaic via Latin

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Abbott Rank #3,766

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #3766 for Abbott.

Is Gilbert or Abbott more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Abbott at #3766 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Abbott mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Abbott means "father, head of monastery" (Aramaic via Latin origin).

Are Gilbert and Abbott boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Abbott is primarily a boy name.