Gilbert vs Jeffery

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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Pierre Davon Javion Darien

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Jeffery

Boy #1,306 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge of peace, divine peace"

Origin: Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,306
Total SSA Count: 150
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Jeffery Rank #1,306

Jeffery is more popular, ranked #1306 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Jeffery more popular?

Jeffery is more popular, ranked #1306 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Jeffery mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Jeffery means "pledge of peace, divine peace" (Germanic via Old French origin).

Are Gilbert and Jeffery boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Jeffery is primarily a boy name.

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