♂ Name Gijsbert

Q: What does the name Gijsbert mean?

The name Gijsbert derived from Old High German 'gisal' meaning 'hostage' or 'pledge' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'. Thus, Gijsbert means 'bright pledge'. The first name element could as well be derived from Old High German 'gisel' or Celtic 'gaiso' meaning 'spear' or 'shaft of an arrow'.

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Gijsbert is a ♂ boy name.

Where does the name Gijsbert come from?

Gijsbert is a Dutch variant of the Old Germanic name Gisbert.

What does the name Gijsbert mean?

The name Gijsbert derived from Old High German “gisal” meaning “hostage” or “pledge” and “beraht” meaning “bright”. Thus, Gijsbert means “bright pledge”. The first name element could as well be derived from Old High German “gisel” or Celtic “gaiso” meaning “spear” or “shaft of an arrow”.

Pronunciation of Gijsbert

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Popularity of the name Gijsbert

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