Gilbert vs Kenny

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 #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Kenny Rank #1,355

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Kenny more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Kenny mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gilbert and Kenny boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.