Gilbert vs Perry

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 #1,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pear tree"

Origin: Old English pirige

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Perry Rank #1,243

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Perry more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Perry mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Gilbert and Perry boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.