Wilbert

Wilbert is a boy's and girl's baby name of Germanic origin, from the Old High German Willaberht, composed of willo (will, desire) and beraht (bright, famous), meaning 'bright will' or 'famous for his determination.'

With nearly 40,000 recorded births, Wilbert is a substantial Old German name that had its American peak in the early 20th century. It carries the solid, dependable character of German compound names — will and brightness united — with a warmly old-fashioned American quality. The nickname Will gives it immediate accessibility despite its somewhat formal full form.