Percy vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Percy Rank #1,256

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

Is Percy or Gilbert more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Percy and Gilbert mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Percy and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.