Gilbert vs Carver

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 #1,484 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who carves, wood-carver"

Origin: Old English

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Carver Rank #1,484

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1484 for Carver.

Is Gilbert or Carver more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Carver at #1484 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Carver mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Carver means "one who carves, wood-carver" (Old English origin).

Are Gilbert and Carver boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Carver is primarily a boy name.