According to "A Dictionary of First Names," by Hanks and Hodges, "Glbert" is of Germanic origin and was introduced into England by the Normans. It consists of two elements, "gisil" meaning "pledge" + "berht" meaning "bright" or "famous." Thus a "public oath" or "well known vow" In Gaelic Scottland, the name "Gilbert" was used in an early period to render the name "Gille Brighde", meaning servant of St. Bridget."
The English name Gilbert, originating in Olde France, means Bright or Pledge.
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"son of Gilbert"
Gilbert O'Sullivan's real name is Raymond O'Sullivan
The last name Gilbert is of Old French and Germanic origin, derived from the given name "Gilbert," which means "bright pledge" or "shining promise." It combines the elements "gisil," meaning pledge or hostage, and "berht," meaning bright or famous. The name became popular in England after the Norman Conquest and has various spellings and forms across different cultures. It is often associated with nobility and historical significance.
Gilbert Gil's birth name is Moreau, Gilbert.
Brad Gilbert's birth name is Bradley Gilbert.
Ed Gilbert's birth name is Edmund Gilbert.
Nicci Gilbert's birth name is Nicole Gilbert.
Catherine Gilbert Murdock is the sister of Elizabeth Gilbert.
Gilbert is most commonly used as a boys name.
Gilbert Seldes's birth name is Gilbert Vivian Seldes.
Gilbert Stafford's birth name is Gilbert Henry Stafford.
Gilbert Stein's birth name is Abraham Gilbert Stein.
Gilbert Wood's birth name is Gilbert McConnell-Wood.
Gilbert Wakefield's birth name is Wakefield, Gilbert Edward.
Gilbert Allen's birth name is Gilbert Stafford Allen.