Gilbert vs Kolby

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 #1,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark settlement, coal town"

Origin: Old Norse

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Kolby Rank #1,272

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Kolby more popular?

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Kolby mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin).

Are Gilbert and Kolby boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Kolby is primarily a boy name.