Gilbert vs Jerome

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 #1,341 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"holy name, sacred name"

Origin: Greek

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Jerome Rank #1,341

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Jerome more popular?

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Jerome mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin).

Are Gilbert and Jerome boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Jerome is primarily a boy name.