Gilbert vs Sidney

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 #1,374 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Saint Denis"

Origin: Anglo-Norman French

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Sidney Rank #1,374

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Gilbert or Sidney more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Sidney mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin).

Are Gilbert and Sidney boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Sidney is primarily a boy name.