Kolby vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kolby

Boy #1,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark settlement, coal town"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Kolby Rank #1,272

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Kolby or Gilbert more popular?

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Kolby and Gilbert mean?

Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Kolby and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Kolby is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.