Gilbert vs Ilan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,397
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gil, Bert, Gibby

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Ilan Rank #1,450

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1450 for Ilan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gilbert ___

  • Gilbert James
  • Gilbert Edward
  • Gilbert Thomas
  • Gilbert Arthur
  • Gilbert Henry
  • Gilbert Owen

Ilan ___

  • Ilan Noah
  • Ilan Asher
  • Ilan David
  • Ilan Michael
  • Ilan Joseph
  • Ilan Elijah

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gilbert

Arthur Edmund Herbert Clarence Reginald

If you choose Ilan

Noa Maya Eli Talia Ariel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Ilan more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Ilan at #1450 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Ilan mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Ilan means "tree" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gilbert and Ilan boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Ilan is primarily a boy name.

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