Gilbert vs Ferry

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 #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Ferry Rank #32,658

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Is Gilbert or Ferry more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Ferry mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Gilbert and Ferry boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.