Origin and Meaning of Gibson

Son of Gilbert

Origin: English - Derived from the medieval given name Gilbert, which comes from the Old German elements 'gisil' (pledge) and 'berht' (bright or famous).

• Gibson is primarily a surname that has been adopted as a given name, reflecting the tradition of surnames becoming first names.
• In addition to being common in English-speaking countries, variations of the surname can be found in other cultures, often as a patronymic name.
• Notable bearers include the renowned American musician and actor Mel Gibson, and the famous Gibson Guitar Corporation which is known for its high-quality guitars.
• The popularity of Gibson as a first name has been increasing, particularly in the last few decades, paralleling trends toward using traditional surnames as first names.
• Similar names include Gibby, Gibb, and Gibs, which are often used as nicknames or variants.