Wilbert

Boy's name

Wilbert is of Old English origin, derived from the elements "wil" meaning "will, desire" and "berht" meaning "bright, famous."

Meaning Bright will
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 19 Falling
Peak year 1922

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Notable Namesakes

  • Wilbert Awdry - Created Thomas the Tank Engine series.
  • Wilbert Harrison - Singer known for "Kansas City" hit.
  • Wilbert Montgomery - NFL running back for Philadelphia Eagles.
  • Wilbert Robinson - MLB Hall of Fame manager.
  • Wilbert Smith - Canadian engineer and UFO researcher.
  • Wilbert Tucker Woodson - Pioneer in vocational education.
  • Wilbert Lee O'Daniel - Governor and U.S. Senator from Texas.
  • Wilbert Rideau - Journalist and former prison inmate.
  • Wilbert L. Gore - Co-founder of Gore-Tex fabric company.
  • Wilbert McClure - Olympic gold medalist in boxing.

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