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The name Gilbert comes from the Old Germanic name Gisilbert which is formed from the elements "gisil" meaning "pledge, hostage" and "berht" meaning "bright, famous". Its meaning is generally interpreted as "bright pledge" or "famous hostage".The name Gilbert was introduced to Britain by the Normans and gained popularity during the Middle Ages. It was a common name among nobles in medieval Europe, with several rulers and saints bearing this name.In literature, the name Gilbert has been used for various characters, including Gilbert Blythe in Lucy Maud Montgomery's “Anne of Green Gables” series, Gilbert Markham in Anne Bronte's novel "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall", and Gilbert Norrell in Susanna Clarke's novel "Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell".Famous people with the name Gilbert include Gilbert Keith Chesterton, a British writer and philosopher; Gilbert O'Sullivan, an Irish singer-songwriter; and Gilbert Gottfried, an American comedian and actor.

The name Gilbert is most popular in the United Kingdom, specifically in England and Wales. It is also somewhat popular in Canada and the United States.

If you're searching for baby names similar to Gilbert, you might be looking for something with a similar old-fashioned charm or perhaps a name that shares the "bert" or "gil" sound. Here are some names that might fit the bill:

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