Gilbert vs Seamus

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 #1,444 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Seamus Rank #1,444

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1444 for Seamus.

Is Gilbert or Seamus more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Seamus at #1444 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Seamus mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Seamus means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Gilbert and Seamus boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Seamus is primarily a boy name.