Gilbert vs Canyon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

English French American Irish

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Boy #1,440 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"deep gorge, ravine"

Origin: Spanish canon

American Western American

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Canyon Rank #1,440

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1440 for Canyon.

Is Gilbert or Canyon more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Canyon at #1440 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Canyon mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Canyon means "deep gorge, ravine" (Spanish canon origin).

Are Gilbert and Canyon boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Canyon is primarily a boy name.