Gilbert vs Makaio

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 #1,471 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew via Hawaiian

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Makaio Rank #1,471

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1471 for Makaio.

Is Gilbert or Makaio more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Makaio at #1471 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Makaio mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Makaio means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Hawaiian origin).

Are Gilbert and Makaio boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Makaio is primarily a boy name.