Shea vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shea

Boy #1,494 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hawk-like"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Shea Rank #1,494

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1494 for Shea.

Is Shea or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Shea at #1494 in the United States.

What do Shea and Gilbert mean?

Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Shea and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Shea is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.