Lambert

Meaning of Lambert

Imagine a sun-drenched piazza in ancient Gaul. A young knight named Lambert steps forward, his name meaning “land shining bright.” It comes from the old Germanic Landberht—terra meeting lux—and feels like a golden whisper on the breeze. Over centuries, Saint Lambert of Maastricht carried the name into legend, and medieval scribes penned it by flickering candlelight. Today it rolls off the tongue as LAM-bert, a gentle yet confident call. In the U.S., only eight tiny Lamberts arrived in 2024 (rank 916), making it a rare jewel—a secret fresco waiting to be discovered. With its Latin passion and medieval sparkle, Lambert brings a warm, radiant story to every child who wears it.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as LAM-bert (/ˈlæm.bərt/)

• Landon
• Lamar
• Lamont
• Lamberto