Gilbert vs Kye

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 #1,197 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Kye Rank #1,197

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Kye more popular?

Kye is more popular, ranked #1197 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Kye mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Kye means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gilbert and Kye boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Kye is primarily a boy name.