Townes vs Gilbert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Townes

Boy #1,554 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Townes Rank #1,554

Gilbert Rank #1,397

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1554 for Townes.

Is Townes or Gilbert more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Townes at #1554 in the United States.

What do Townes and Gilbert mean?

Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin). Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin).

Are Townes and Gilbert boy or girl names?

Townes is primarily a boy name. Gilbert is primarily a boy name.