Bright pledge
Derived from the Germanic elements 'gisil' (pledge or hostage) and 'beraht' (bright). It was introduced to England by the Normans and became a popular medieval name, particularly associated with Saint Gilbert of Sempringham.
Less common today
Gilbert isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #341 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American stand-up comedian and actor
Love interest of Anne Shirley · Anne of Green Gables
The Marquis de Lafayette, French aristocrat and officer
Irish-English singer-songwriter
Protagonist of the novel and film · What's Eating Gilbert Grape
Former NBA All-Star basketball player
American painter known for presidential portraits
Prolific English writer and philosopher
