About Gilb
The surname Gilb is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name Gilbert, which itself is of Germanic origin. The name Gilbert is composed of the elements "gisil," meaning "pledge" or "hostage," and "berht," meaning "bright" or "famous." Therefore, the surname Gilb can be interpreted to mean "bright pledge" or "famous hostage."
The surname Gilb is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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