Gilbert vs Ansel

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 #1,290 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine protection"

Origin: Germanic

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Ansel Rank #1,290

Ansel is more popular, ranked #1290 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Ansel more popular?

Ansel is more popular, ranked #1290 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Ansel mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Ansel means "divine protection" (Germanic origin).

Are Gilbert and Ansel boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Ansel is primarily a boy name.