Boy
Gilbert
bright pledge, shining hostage
About Gilbert
This venerable name brings substance, history, and quiet dignity to any bearer. Gilbert represents traditional naming at its finest, offering stability and respectability that transcends fleeting trends. The name possesses an old-world charm that many parents find refreshing in an era of invented names. Gilbert sounds distinguished and intelligent, suggesting someone thoughtful and dependable.
While less common today than in previous generations, this rarity has become an asset, making Gilbert feel special rather than dated. The name offers natural nickname options while standing impressively on its own. Parents choosing Gilbert demonstrate appreciation for heritage and timeless values, selecting a name that commands respect across all stages of life and professional endeavors.
Popularity of the Name Gilbert
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #134 | ||||
| 1881 | #133 | ||||
| 1882 | #157 | ||||
| 1883 | #136 | ||||
| 1884 | #140 | ||||
| 1885 | #172 | ||||
| 1886 | #154 | ||||
| 1887 | #127 | ||||
| 1888 | #141 | ||||
| 1889 | #137 | ||||
| 1890 | #125 | ||||
| 1891 | #153 | ||||
| 1892 | #133 | ||||
| 1893 | #124 | ||||
| 1894 | #116 | ||||
| 1895 | #128 | ||||
| 1896 | #131 | ||||
| 1897 | #135 | ||||
| 1898 | #127 | ||||
| 1899 | #145 | ||||
| 1900 | #146 | #64 | |||
| 1901 | #131 | #61 | |||
| 1902 | #115 | #64 | |||
| 1903 | #137 | #71 | |||
| 1904 | #112 | #75 | |||
| 1905 | #117 | #73 | |||
| 1906 | #107 | #65 | |||
| 1907 | #112 | #63 | |||
| 1908 | #116 | #65 | |||
| 1909 | #116 | #70 | |||
| 1910 | #116 | #77 | |||
| 1911 | #103 | #84 | |||
| 1912 | #115 | #79 | |||
| 1913 | #103 | #83 | |||
| 1914 | #104 | #90 | |||
| 1915 | #100 | #90 | |||
| 1916 | #106 | #85 | |||
| 1917 | #105 | #90 | |||
| 1918 | #105 | #91 | |||
| 1919 | #102 | #78 | |||
| 1920 | #97 | #80 | |||
| 1921 | #103 | #100 | |||
| 1922 | #100 | #88 | |||
| 1923 | #102 | #90 | |||
| 1924 | #100 | #97 | |||
| 1925 | #105 | #120 | |||
| 1926 | #101 | #123 | |||
| 1927 | #99 | #98 | |||
| 1928 | #96 | #103 | |||
| 1929 | #91 | #111 | |||
| 1930 | #90 | #95 | |||
| 1931 | #92 | #121 | |||
| 1932 | #97 | #111 | |||
| 1933 | #104 | #109 | |||
| 1934 | #106 | #126 | |||
| 1935 | #111 | #106 | |||
| 1936 | #113 | #102 | |||
| 1937 | #112 | #127 | |||
| 1938 | #116 | #125 | |||
| 1939 | #115 | ||||
| 1940 | #124 | #162 | |||
| 1941 | #117 | #119 | |||
| 1942 | #128 | #149 | |||
| 1943 | #123 | #145 | |||
| 1944 | #127 | #145 | |||
| 1945 | #130 | #190 | |||
| 1946 | #138 | ||||
| 1947 | #146 | #179 | |||
| 1948 | #145 | #133 | |||
| 1949 | #147 | #149 | |||
| 1950 | #144 | #146 | |||
| 1951 | #142 | #164 | |||
| 1952 | #151 | #166 | |||
| 1953 | #148 | #207 | |||
| 1954 | #148 | #162 | |||
| 1955 | #154 | #182 | |||
| 1956 | #160 | #176 | |||
| 1957 | #163 | #196 | |||
| 1958 | #169 | #201 | |||
| 1959 | #177 | #214 | |||
| 1960 | #175 | #215 | |||
| 1961 | #178 | #215 | |||
| 1962 | #184 | ||||
| 1963 | #179 | #198 | |||
| 1964 | #183 | #249 | |||
| 1965 | #189 | ||||
| 1966 | #193 | ||||
| 1967 | #191 | ||||
| 1968 | #199 | ||||
| 1969 | #217 | ||||
| 1970 | #214 | #289 | |||
| 1971 | #222 | #289 | |||
| 1972 | #224 | ||||
| 1973 | #228 | #305 | |||
| 1974 | #234 | ||||
| 1975 | #235 | ||||
| 1976 | #243 | ||||
| 1977 | #256 | ||||
| 1978 | #254 | #357 | |||
| 1979 | #267 | ||||
| 1980 | #262 | ||||
| 1981 | #261 | ||||
| 1982 | #269 | ||||
| 1983 | #273 | #346 | |||
| 1984 | #268 | ||||
| 1985 | #297 | ||||
| 1986 | #273 | ||||
| 1987 | #290 | ||||
| 1988 | #313 | #348 | |||
| 1989 | #340 | ||||
| 1990 | #341 | ||||
| 1991 | #354 | #458 | |||
| 1992 | #379 | #515 | |||
| 1993 | #371 | #755 | |||
| 1994 | #446 | #564 | |||
| 1995 | #453 | #765 | |||
| 1996 | #467 | #660 | |||
| 1997 | #481 | #859 | |||
| 1998 | #508 | #820 | |||
| 1999 | #508 | #671 | |||
| 2000 | #527 | ||||
| 2001 | #536 | ||||
| 2002 | #594 | ||||
| 2003 | #597 | ||||
| 2004 | #560 | ||||
| 2005 | #599 | ||||
| 2006 | #662 | #982 | |||
| 2007 | #684 | #989 | |||
| 2008 | #731 | #899 | #969 | ||
| 2009 | #802 | ||||
| 2010 | #829 | ||||
| 2011 | #869 | #958 | |||
| 2012 | #991 | ||||
| 2013 | #891 | #838 | |||
| 2014 | #895 | ||||
| 2015 | #980 | ||||
| 2016 | #958 | #912 | |||
| 2019 | #847 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Gilbert
- Gilberth
- Gilbért
- Gilberto
- Guilbert
Names Similar to Gilbert
Nicknames for Gilbert
- Gil
- Bert
- Gib
- Gibby
Famous People Named Gilbert
| Gilbert Arenas | American former NBA basketball player |
| Gilbert Baker | American artist and LGBTQ+ rights activist, creator of the rainbow flag |
| Gilbert Bécaud | French singer and songwriter |
| Gilbert Brule | Canadian former NHL hockey player |
| Gilbert Burns | Brazilian UFC fighter |
| Gilbert Gottfried | American comedian and actor |
| Gilbert Grape | American character portrayed by Johnny Depp in the film "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" |
| Gilbert Hernandez | American comic book artist and writer |
| Gilbert Melendez | American former MMA fighter |
| Gilbert O'Sullivan | Irish singer-songwriter |
| Gilbert Perreault | Canadian former NHL hockey player |
| Gilbert Ryle | British philosopher |
| Gilbert Stuart | American portrait painter |
| Gilbert White | English naturalist and ornithologist |
| Gilberto Gil | Brazilian singer-songwriter and politician |
| Gilberto Silva | Brazilian former footballer |
| Gilberto Simoni | Italian former cyclist |
| Gilbert Yvel | Dutch former MMA fighter |
| Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette | French military officer and American Revolution hero |
| Gilbert Montagné | French singer and songwriter |
Characters Named Gilbert
| Gilbert Blythe | Character from the novel "Anne of Green Gables" by Lucy Maud Montgomery |
| Gilbert Grape | Protagonist in the novel and film "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" |
| Gilbert Nightray | Character from the manga and anime series "Pandora Hearts" |
| Gilbert Norrell | Character from the novel "Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell" by Susanna Clarke |
| Gilbert G.P. Guilford | Character from the anime series "Code Geass - Lelouch of the Rebellion" |
| Gilbert Hernandez | Character from the graphic novel series "Love and Rockets" |
| Gilbert Huph | Character from the animated film "The Incredibles" |
| Gilbert Lawson | Character from the TV series "Little House on the Prairie" |
| Gilbert Bates | Character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Gilbert "Gibbs" Wrenbeck | Character from the TV series "NCIS" |
| Gilbert Carrizales | Character from the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Gilbert Leslie | Character from the film "Atonement" |
| Gilbert Whimple | Character from the film "Stardust" |
| Gilbert Kemp | Character from the film "Bridge to Terabithia" |
| Gilbert Beaumont | Character from the TV series "Anne with an E" |
| Gilbert Bogle | Character from the TV series "Underbelly" |
| Gilbert O'Sullivan | Animated character from the TV series "The Oblongs" |
| Gilbert Zable | Character from the film "The Shadow Within" |
| Gilbert Adair | Character from the film "Torch Song Trilogy" |