Link vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Link

Boy #1,419 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"chain link, connection"

Origin: Old English/Norse

American English Gaming culture

15 High Risk

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

English French American Irish

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Link Rank #1,419

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1419 for Link.

Is Link or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Link at #1419 in the United States.

What do Link and Gilbert mean?

Link means "chain link, connection" (Old English/Norse origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Link and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Link is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.