Gilbert vs Ross

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 #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Ross Rank #1,362

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Ross more popular?

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Ross mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gilbert and Ross boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Ross is primarily a boy name.