Gilbert vs London

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

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London

Girl #355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the city of London"

Origin: English place name

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#355
Total SSA Count
872
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Londi, Lon, Donnie

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
London Rank #355

London is more popular, ranked #355 vs #1397 for Gilbert.

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

London ___

  • London Rose
  • London Grace
  • London Mae
  • London Paige
  • London Belle
  • London Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gilbert

Arthur Edmund Herbert Clarence Reginald

If you choose London

Brooklyn Paris Sydney Phoenix Austin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or London more popular?

London is more popular, ranked #355 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and London mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). London means "from the city of London" (English place name origin).

Are Gilbert and London boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. London is primarily a girl name.

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