Gilbert Blythe

Gilbert is a handsome and brilliant boy whose playful teasing of Anne as "Carrots" upon their first meeting inadvertently sparks a years-long academic rivalry between them. While he enjoys pulling pranks in his youth, he is fundamentally kind-hearted and broad-minded, consistently showing patience and seeking reconciliation despite Anne's stubborn resentment. As he grows older, his character deepens into maturity and selflessness, famously demonstrated when he gives up his teaching position for her sake. Evolving from a stimulating intellectual competitor into an indispensable soulmate, he eventually achieves his goal of becoming a highly respected doctor.