Gilbert vs Merrick

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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Merrick

Boy #1,219 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the sea"

Origin: Welsh (Meurig)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,219
Total SSA Count
165
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Merry, Rick

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Merrick Rank #1,219

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 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

Merrick ___

  • Merrick James
  • Merrick Cole
  • Merrick Lane
  • Merrick Owen
  • Merrick Bowen
  • Merrick Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gilbert

Arthur Edmund Herbert Clarence Reginald

If you choose Merrick

Rowan Griffin Emrys Bronwen Carys

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Merrick more popular?

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Merrick mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Gilbert and Merrick boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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