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Gilbert vs Lyric

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

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Lyric Rank #1,365

Lyric is more popular, ranked #1365 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Lyric more popular?

Lyric is more popular, ranked #1365 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Lyric mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Lyric means "of the lyre, lyric poetry" (Greek origin).

Are Gilbert and Lyric boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Lyric is primarily a boy name.

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