Skylar vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Skylar

Boy #1,553 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"scholar"

Origin: Dutch

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Skylar Rank #1,553

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1553 for Skylar.

Is Skylar or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Skylar at #1553 in the United States.

What do Skylar and Gilbert mean?

Skylar means "scholar" (Dutch origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Skylar and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Skylar is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.