Laken vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laken

Boy #1,492 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake dweller, from the lake"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Laken Rank #1,492

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1492 for Laken.

Is Laken or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Laken at #1492 in the United States.

What do Laken and Gilbert mean?

Laken means "lake dweller, from the lake" (Old English origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Laken and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Laken is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.