Gilbert vs Booker

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 #1,292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bookbinder, scribe"

Origin: Old English

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Booker Rank #1,292

Booker is more popular, ranked #1292 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Booker more popular?

Booker is more popular, ranked #1292 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Booker mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Booker means "bookbinder, scribe" (Old English origin).

Are Gilbert and Booker boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Booker is primarily a boy name.