Guilbert

German

"shining pledge"

Guilbert Origin and Meaning

The name Guilbert is a boy's name of French origin.

Guilbert is a masculine name of Germanic and Old French origins, essentially a variant of Gilbert. The name combines the Germanic elements 'gisil' meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.' Guilbert was moderately common in medieval Europe, particularly in France, but has become quite rare in modern times. It carries an aristocratic, somewhat old-fashioned charm with its silent 'u' spelling that follows French orthographic traditions. While Gilbert experienced some popularity in the early 20th century, Guilbert has remained an uncommon choice, appealing to parents drawn to names with historical depth and sophisticated European flair.

Famous People Named Guilbert

• (René Charles) Guilbert de Pixerécourt, French theatre director and playwright
• Guilbert (or Guillebert) de Lannoy Flemish traveler, diplomat and knight