Niall vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niall

Boy #1,586 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English

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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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Niall Rank #1,586

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1586 for Niall.

Is Niall or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Niall at #1586 in the United States.

What do Niall and Gilbert mean?

Niall means "champion" (Old Irish origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Niall and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Niall is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.