Wilbert: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: w-eelb-ehrt
Origin: Germanic
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Meaning: Bright will

Wilbert is a masculine name of Dutch origin, meaning 'bright will. 'The name combines Old Germanic terms willo and beraht, meaning 'desire'and 'bright, 'respectively. Originally, Wilbert was a personal name that has since evolved into a surname and has been used in various cultures. The name has an old-world charm that separates it from common baby names. Over time, the use of Wilbert has remained relatively consistent, with its unique blend of Germanic elements making it a distinctive choice for parents.

Wilbert Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Wilbert is currently #6969 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Wilbert is currently #3015 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Wilbert is currently #3503 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Wilbert is currently #1541 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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