Gilbert vs Hampton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

English French American Irish

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Boy #1,522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high settlement or estate"

Origin: Old English

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Hampton Rank #1,522

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1522 for Hampton.

Is Gilbert or Hampton more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Hampton at #1522 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Hampton mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin).

Are Gilbert and Hampton boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Hampton is primarily a boy name.