Gilbert name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 20th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old High German, Germanic, English and French
Usage: English, German, French, Faroese, Old Norse, Icelandic, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian and Old DanishOld SwedishFinnish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gilbert gill-burt
Meaning: Illustrious Pledge and Trusted
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What does Gilbert mean?

The prevalent and ever lasting unisex name Gilbert means "Illustrious Pledge or Trusted" which is particulary used in Old Norse, Swedish, Danish, Faroese, German, French, Old DanishOld SwedishFinnish, Norwegian, English and Icelandic is rooted from French, Germanic, English and Old High German languages.

Also Gilbert is German and English cognate of Gisilberht. Gilbert is celebrated on the 7 of June.

How do I pronounce Gilbert?

The two syllabled name Gilbert is pronounced, gill-burt.

Variants of Gilbert

Giselbert, Gijs, Gisilberht, Giesbert

Names that rhyme with Gilbert

How popular is the name Gilbert?

Gilbert was a popular name in United States. Over 129671 babies have been named Gilbert since 1880. At the peak of its usage in 1930, the moniker grabbed the 90th spot and 2117 baby boys were given the name.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 212 years. Moreover, the given name has been to the top 100 baby names 10 times Also, Gilbert is a very popular in France where over 180180 new-borns have been given the name since 1900.

Presently the moniker is on a rise, in 1931, it ranked 20th when 5280 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys. Additionally, the name has been in the top 50 baby names an astounding 54 times

Gilbert is a unique baby name in England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and was able to reach the top 800 names.

In 2013, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 783 on boy names chart when 40 babies were named Gilbert. There are over 458 babies that have been given the name Gilbert in England and Wales.

Gilbert is an uncommon baby name in Ireland, chances of it being still in use are very slim as it was last seen in 1988.

Gilbert is a rare baby name in Belgium, chances of it being still in use are very slim since it isn't seen since 1996.

However things change on global perspective, Gilbert is extremely popular in Philippines where every 1 in 800 have the name as well as in DR Congo. Also the baby name is popular in Cameroon, Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda, Zambia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Canada, Benin, Madagascar, Chad, Malawi, South Africa, Nigeria, Haiti, Congo, Burkina Faso, England, Papua New Guinea, Ethiopia and Costa Rica.

At least, 1100000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
20181145166
20171025194
2016960213
2015980209
2014891241
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Gilbert in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands848763024
Finland27260100
Sweden433155407
Norway538707
Denmark205000

Numerological analysis of Gilbert

People see you as an exceptional human being because of your determination and fearless attitude. You are born to be a businessman, politician, manage your own business or some other position that requires leadership, warrior spirit, taking risks, and daring yourself to do more. Freedom is what's most important for you. They want to be adored and loved by others. Practice solitude and learn to survive on your own.

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Sibling Names for Gilbert

Choosing a name for your baby can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. If you've settled on the name "Gilbert," you may be exploring potential names for siblings. Whether you're expecting another child or simply seeking inspiration, we've compiled a list of names that pair well with Gilbert.

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Famous people named Gilbert

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  • Gilbert de la Porrée, scholastic logician and theologian
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  • Gilbert Van Tassel Hamilton, American physician and writer
  • Gilbert Cannan, British novelist and dramatist
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  • Gilbert Hay, Scottish poet and translator
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  • Gilbert John Arrow, English entomologist
  • Gilbert of Sempringham, only Englishman to found a conventual order
  • Gilbert Normand, physician and former politician in Quebec, Canada
  • Gilbert de Clare, 1st Earl of Pembroke, was created Earl of Pembroke in 1138
  • Gilbert de Gant, Earl of Lincoln, English nobleman
  • Gilbert Mabbot, official licenser of the press
  • Gilbert Grant, (1885 – July 16, 1972
  • Gilbert Stephenson, British Vice-Admiral in the Royal Navy
  • Gilbert Thomas Burnett, British botanist
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  • Gilbert Rowland, Scottish harpsichordist
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  • Gilbert Crispin, Christian author and Anglo-Norman monk
  • Gilbert Heathcote-Drummond-Willoughby, 1st Earl of Ancaster, British Liberal politician and court official
  • Gilbert Heathcote-Drummond-Willoughby, 2nd Earl of Ancaster, British Conservative politician
  • Gilbert Ashwell, biochemist at the National Institutes of Health
  • Gilbert Cant, London-born American journalist
  • Gilbert Malcolm Sproat, Scottish-born Canadian businessman, office holder
  • Gilbert Frankau, popular British novelist
  • Gilbert Austin, Irish educator, clergyman and author
  • Gilbert Laing Meason, Scottish merchant and agricultural improver
  • Gilbert Miller, American theatrical producer
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  • Gilbert Buote, Acadian educator, publisher and author
  • Gilbert Dennison Harris, American geologist and paleontologist
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  • Gilbert Sheldon, Archbishop of Canterbury from 1663 until his death
  • Gilbert Burnet, Scottish philosopher and historian
  • Gilbert White, "parson-naturalist"
  • Gilbert Blane, Scottish physician
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  • Gilbert Walker, English physicist and statistician of the 20th century
  • Gilbert Harman, American philosopher
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  • Gilbert Strang, American mathematician
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  • Gilbert F. White, prominent American geographer
  • Gilbert Delahaye, Belgian author
  • Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, French aristocrat and military officer
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  • Gilbert Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound, 1st Earl of Minto, Scottish diplomat and politician
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  • Gilbert Lewis, American actor
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