Gilbert

Meaning of Gilbert

Gilbert means "bright pledge" or "shining promise."

Gilbert has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Gilbert

After ranking as high as #527 in 2000, Gilbert has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Gilbert

• Gilbert Gottfried
  Comedian and actor
• Gilbert Arenas
  Former NBA basketball player
• Gilbert O'Sullivan
  Irish singer-songwriter
• Gilbert Stuart
  American painter
• Gilbert Newton Lewis
  American chemist

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Questions about the name Gilbert

What does the name Gilbert mean?

Gilbert means gilbert means "bright pledge" or "shining promise.", and it comes from German origins.

Is Gilbert a boy's or a girl's name?

Gilbert is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Gilbert?

Gilbert did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Gilbert most popular?

Gilbert peaked at #527 in 2000.