Luther vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Luther

Boy #1,499 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous army, warrior people"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,499
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,397
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Luther Rank #1,499
Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1499 for Luther.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luther or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Luther at #1499 in the United States.

What do Luther and Gilbert mean?

Luther means "famous army, warrior people" (Old High German origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Luther and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Luther is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.

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