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Gilbert vs Nikko

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

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Nikko

Boy #1,289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Japanese American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,289
Total SSA Count
152
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Nikko Rank #1,289

Nikko is more popular, ranked #1289 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Nikko more popular?

Nikko is more popular, ranked #1289 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Nikko mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Nikko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Gilbert and Nikko boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Nikko is primarily a boy name.

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