Gilbert
boy name#1328 in 2025Gilbert entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #90 in 1930, ranks #1328 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1328
rank today
#90
peak (1930)
145
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #143 |
| 1890s | #131 |
| 1900s | #121 |
| 1910s | #106 |
| 1920s | #99 |
| 1930s | #106 |
| 1940s | #133 |
| 1950s | #156 |
| 1960s | #189 |
| 1970s | #238 |
| 1980s | #285 |
| 1990s | #431 |
| 2000s | #629 |
| 2010s | #970 |
| 2020s | #1249 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gilbert has been most popular in CA, TX, AZ.
Living bearers
About 64,500 people named Gilbert are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gilbert alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gilbert in 2025?
- Gilbert ranks #1328 among US boy names in 2025, with 145 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gilbert most popular?
- Gilbert peaked in 1930, reaching #90 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gilbert with classmates?
- Gilbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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