Gilbert vs Crosby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,397
Total SSA Count: 134
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

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Crosby

Boy #1,202 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"village of the cross, farm by the cross"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,202
Total SSA Count: 170
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Crosby Rank #1,202

Crosby is more popular, ranked #1202 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Crosby more popular?

Crosby is more popular, ranked #1202 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Crosby mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Crosby means "village of the cross, farm by the cross" (Old Norse origin).

Are Gilbert and Crosby boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Crosby is primarily a boy name.

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