Back to Baby Names

Gilbert vs Immanuel

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Immanuel Rank #1,210

Immanuel is more popular, ranked #1210 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Immanuel more popular?

Immanuel is more popular, ranked #1210 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Immanuel mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Immanuel means "God is with us" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gilbert and Immanuel boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Immanuel is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons