Gibbon

German

"shining pledge"

Gibbon Origin and Meaning

The name Gibbon is a boy's name of Irish origin.

Gibbon is a masculine name of English origin, derived from the Norman personal name Giboin, which combines Germanic elements meaning 'gift' and 'friend.' The name also shares its form with the primate species, creating an unexpected nature association. As a first name, Gibbon is exceedingly rare, making it an extremely distinctive choice. Historically, it has been more common as a surname, notably borne by Edward Gibbon, the celebrated 18th-century historian who wrote 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire.' The name has an intellectual, scholarly association while maintaining a slightly unconventional sound. Parents choosing Gibbon for their son might appreciate its uniqueness and historical connections.

Famous People Named Gibbon

• An Amazon original kids TV show is about three kids one named Gortimer Gibbons.

The name Gibbon in Pop Culture

• A gibbon is a small slender tree,dwelling ape with long powerful arms, native to the forests of Southeast Asia.