Gilbert vs Sekani

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 #1,226 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"joy, laughter"

Origin: Tumbuka (Malawian)

African Malawian Zambian American

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Sekani Rank #1,226

Sekani is more popular, ranked #1226 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Sekani more popular?

Sekani is more popular, ranked #1226 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Sekani mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Sekani means "joy, laughter" (Tumbuka (Malawian) origin).

Are Gilbert and Sekani boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Sekani is primarily a boy name.