| Meaning | bright pledge |
| Origin | German, Italian, Spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Gil-ber-to |
Gilberto is a strong and meaningful name for a baby boy, with origins in both Italian and Spanish cultures. Derived from the Germanic elements "gisil" and "berht," the name Gilberto signifies "bright pledge" or "famous hostage," bestowing upon the child a sense of promise and distinction.
Parents who choose the name Gilberto for their son often admire its unique blend of historical roots and contemporary charm. The name has a musical cadence that rolls off the tongue, and its various nicknames, such as Gil, Bert, or Gigi, offer endearing options for friends and family.
With notable personalities like Brazilian singer-songwriter Gilberto Gil and footballer Gilberto Silva associated with the name, Gilberto carries a legacy of talent and accomplishment. Whether the child grows up to be an artist, athlete, or trailblazer in any field, the name Gilberto provides an auspicious start to a remarkable journey.
| Gil |
| Bert |
| Berto |
| Gilly |
| Bertie |
| Gilberto Gil | Brazilian singer-songwriter |
| Gilberto Silva | Brazilian footballer |
| Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela | Colombian drug lord |
| Gilberto Santa Rosa | Puerto Rican salsa singer |
| Gilberto Simoni | Italian cyclist |
| Gilberto Kassab | Brazilian politician |
| Gilberto Salgado | Mexican boxer |
| Gilberto Rincón Gallardo | Mexican activist |
| Gilberto Reyes | Spanish footballer |
| Gilberto Zorio | Italian artist |
| Gilberto Aparecido da Silva | Brazilian footballer |
| Gilberto Sorrentino | Brazilian writer |
| Gilberto Aceves Navarro | Mexican painter |
| Gilberto Martínez Solares | Mexican film director |
| Gilberto Parlotti | Italian motorcycle racer |
| Gilberto Martínez | Cuban-American baseball player |
| Gilberto Pérez Roldán | Argentine tennis player |
| Gilberto Bercovici | Brazilian jurist |
| Gilberto Yearwood | Belizean musician |
| Gilberto Alcatraz | American mixed martial artist |
| Gilberto "Gil" Grissom | CSI - Crime Scene Investigation |
| Gilberto "Gil" Hernandez | Veronica Mars |
| Gilberto "Gil" Flores | The West Wing |
| Gilberto "Gil" Filar | The Sims video game series |
| Gilberto Mendoza | Elite - TV series |
| Gilberto Ramirez | Grand Theft Auto - Vice City |
| Gilberto Contreras | The Sopranos |
| Gilberto Rosales | Orange Is the New Black |
| Gilberto Reyes | Prison Break |
| Gilberto García | The Shield |
| Gilberto "Gil" Omari | House of Lies |
| Gilberto Nogueira | Big Brother Brazil |
| Gilberto Pena | Wizards of Waverly Place |
| Gilberto San Miguel Jr. | All My Children |
| Gilberto Manuel "Gil" De La Paz | American Playhouse |
| Gilberto Sanchez | The Pretender |