Kip vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Kip Rank #1,457

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1457 for Kip.

Is Kip or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Kip and Gilbert mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Kip and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.