Gilbert vs Glenn

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 #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Glenn Rank #1,366

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Glenn more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Glenn mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gilbert and Glenn boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Glenn is primarily a boy name.