Bright land
Derived from the Germanic elements 'land' and 'berht', meaning bright or famous. It was introduced to England by the Normans and became a popular surname before transitioning into a rare given name. It is also associated with Saint Lambert of Maastricht, a 7th-century martyr.
Less common today
Lambert isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,109 in 1992.
Jazz singer and lyricist of the trio Lambert, Hendricks & Ross
7th-century bishop and saint
French actor known for The Matrix Reloaded
Pretender to the English throne in the 15th century
A mentor and fellow monster hunter to Geralt Β· The Witcher
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).