Gibson

Gibson is an English surname that has been adopted as a given name. It is derived from the Germanic name Gilbert, which is composed of the elements 'gisil' meaning 'hostage' or 'pledge' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.

The name Gilbert became popular in medieval England after the Norman Conquest, and over time, it evolved into various surnames like Gibson, Gibbs, and Gibbons. These surnames originally indicated that the person was the son of someone named Gilbert.

As a given name, Gibson has a strong, masculine sound and is often associated with the famous Scottish writer and playwright, Gibson Rennie. It also has connections to the Gibson guitar brand, which may appeal to music enthusiasts.

While not a traditional first name in many cultures, Gibson has a unique and distinctive quality that may appeal to parents looking for a name with English roots and a connection to literature or music.