Gilbert vs Liem

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Liem Rank #5,715

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Liem more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Liem mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Gilbert and Liem boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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