Lambert
Lambert is a boys' name of English origin meaning “land bright, bright land.” Lambert is from the Germanic elements 'land' (land) and 'beraht' (bright), meaning 'bright land.'
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how do you pronounce Lambert?
LAM-bert
where does the name Lambert come from?
From the Germanic landberht, from land and beraht, bright. It was the name of a saint who was Bishop of Maastricht; related forms include Landbeorht, Lantberht and Lambrecht.
Saint Lambert of Maastricht was a 7th-century bishop and martyr. The name was common among medieval English nobility but has become rare in modern usage, making it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinguished, uncommon name.
how popular is this name?
Lambert has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 48 years since 1881, and fell outside it for 13. It peaked at #555 in 1900, and ranked #951 in 1941.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1941 | #951 |
| 1939 | #916 |
| 1936 | #924 |
| 1934 | #982 |
| 1930 | #873 |
| 1920 | #754 |
| 1900 | #555 |
| 1890 | #884 |
| 1881 | #595 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Lambert fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Lambert
The Normans brought the name to England, carried by the cult of the Maastricht saint.
who are famous people named Lambert?
- Lambert Wilson (French actor)
- Adam Lambert (American singer, though Lambert is his surname)
what are the nicknames and variants of Lambert?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Lambert?
what names go well with Lambert?
Sibling names that share Lambert's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Lambert
What does the name Lambert mean?
Lambert means “land bright, bright land”.
What is the origin of the name Lambert?
Lambert comes from the English naming tradition. Related forms include Lambrecht.
How popular is the name Lambert?
Lambert ranked #951 in the US in 1941, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1900, at #555, and it has spent 48 years in the top 1,000 since 1881.
Is Lambert a boy or girl name?
Lambert is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Lambert?
Lambert is pronounced LAM-bert, with 2 syllables.
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