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Gildardo

heel-DAHR-doh · Of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from the Germanic element 'geld' meaning 'sacrifice' or 'reward'.

2025 rank (boys)
#12,008
Babies named in 2025
5
Peak popularity
1998
2025 frequency
1 in 341,615 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2019

Rising since 2019, #12,008 for boys today.

Popularity of Gildardo since 1927

Babies named Gildardo per year in U.S. Social Security records.

11233419602000Most births 1998Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1920s14
1930s21
1940s10
1950s29
1960s57
1970s147
1980s179
1990s275
2000s240
2010s95
2020s44

Meaning & origin

Gildardo is a masculine name of Spanish origin that has maintained a steady albeit rare presence in the United States since it first appeared in Social Security records in 1927. Its peak year came in 1998, and after a period of decline, the name has been rising in usage since 2019. The name is currently given to roughly 1 in every 341,615 male newborns, making it an uncommon but recognizable choice. While top states for the name are not reported in the data, Gildardo retains cultural ties to Spanish-speaking communities, particularly those of Mexican heritage.

Gildardo is a name of Spanish origin, with roots possibly in the Germanic element 'geld' (meaning 'sacrifice' or 'reward'). It may have been introduced to Spain through the Visigoths. The name has been in use in Spanish-speaking countries since the early 20th century, gaining modest popularity in Mexico and the southwestern United States.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Gil, Gildo

Variants: Gildard, Gildardus

Sibling names for Gildardo

Names that share Gildardo's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Gildardo mean?
The meaning of Gildardo is uncertain, but it may derive from a Germanic root meaning 'sacrifice' or 'reward'.
How popular is the name Gildardo?
As of the latest data (2025), Gildardo ranked 12,008th in the United States, with approximately 1 in every 341,615 male newborns given the name.
Is Gildardo a boy's or girl's name?
Gildardo is traditionally a masculine name.