Jilberto

Spanish variation of Gilbert

Jilberto Origin and Meaning

The name Jilberto is a boy's name.

Jilberto is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Gilbert, with Spanish or Latin American influence evident in its orthography. The traditional name Gilbert derives from Germanic elements 'gisil' meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.' This variant spelling with 'J' and 'b' reflects Spanish phonetic patterns, where the name would be pronounced with an initial 'h' sound (as in 'heel'). Primarily found in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, Jilberto remains relatively uncommon even within these regions. The name carries the distinguished history of its root form Gilbert, which has been borne by various notable figures throughout European history.