Gilberto

Gilberto is a Spanish name derived from the Germanic name Gilbert, which is composed of the elements 'gisil' meaning 'bright' or 'pledge' and 'berht' meaning 'bright'.

The name Gilbert was introduced to Spain during the time of the Visigoths, a Germanic tribe that ruled parts of the Iberian Peninsula from the 5th to the 8th century. Over time, the name evolved into the Spanish form Gilberto.

Gilberto has been a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries and is particularly common in regions with a strong Germanic influence, such as Spain and Latin American countries with significant Spanish colonial history.

While the meaning 'bright pledge' may not be widely known today, the name Gilberto has a strong, masculine sound and may appeal to parents of Spanish or Latin American heritage, or those who appreciate names with Germanic roots.