Gilbert is a name of Latin origin, derived from the Germanic elements "geberht" meaning "bright" and "helm" meaning "helmet". It was popularized during the Middle Ages by Saint Gilbert of Sempringham, the founder of the first English monastery to be entirely under the control of an order of monks. The name Gilbert is often shortened to Gil or Bert, and it has been used in many variations throughout history. Notable figures with this name include Gilbert White, a naturalist and author of "The Natural History of Selborne", and Gilbert and Sullivan, the famous partnership of composer and librettist who created some of the most popular comic operas in history.
"The name Gilber was born to six babies in 2021."