Gilbert vs Dale

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Dale

Boy #1,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley dweller, from the valley"

Origin: Old English/Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,309
Total SSA Count
149
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Dale Rank #1,309

Dale is more popular, ranked #1309 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Dale more popular?

Dale is more popular, ranked #1309 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Dale mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Dale means "valley dweller, from the valley" (Old English/Old Norse origin).

Are Gilbert and Dale boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Dale is primarily a boy name.

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