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