NAME PROFILE
Gilbert
Gilbert is a Germanic name meaning 'bright pledge.' it carries a legacy of intellectual depth and traditional charm, suggesting a person who is thoughtful and principled.
Key Stats
| Total births | 130,821 |
| Gender | Male (93% / 7%) |
| Peak year | 1930 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%TX — 20%AZ — 20%NY — 20%FL — 19%
Notable People
Gilbert Gottfried (Comedian) · Gilbert O'Sullivan (Singer) · Gilbert Hernandez (Artist) · Gilbert White (Naturalist) · Gilbert Keith Chesterton (Author)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Gil
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