Gilbert vs Skylar

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
Skylar Rank #134

Skylar is more popular, ranked #134 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

Skylar ___

  • Skylar Rose
  • Skylar Grace
  • Skylar Dawn
  • Skylar Blue
  • Skylar Jade
  • Skylar Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gilbert

Arthur Edmund Herbert Clarence Reginald

If you choose Skylar

Everly Parker Emerson Hadley Sawyer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Skylar more popular?

Skylar is more popular, ranked #134 compared to Gilbert at #1397 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Skylar mean?

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

Are Gilbert and Skylar boy or girl names?

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

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