Gilbert vs Bowie

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 #1,211 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"yellow-haired, blonde"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Bowie Rank #1,211

Bowie is more popular, ranked #1211 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Bowie more popular?

Bowie is more popular, ranked #1211 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Bowie mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Bowie means "yellow-haired, blonde" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gilbert and Bowie boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Bowie is primarily a boy name.