Gilbert vs Gerard

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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Gerard

Boy #1,529 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave spear, strong with a spear"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French Irish Dutch German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,529
Total SSA Count: 115
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gerard Rank #1,529

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1529 for Gerard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Gerard more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Gerard at #1529 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Gerard mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Gerard means "brave spear, strong with a spear" (Old High German origin).

Are Gilbert and Gerard boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Gerard is primarily a boy name.

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