Hebert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hebert has Germanic roots, meaning 'bright home'. It evolved from historical forms such as Haimberht and Heberht. The name reflects traits of brightness and fame associated with the home. There is no biblical relevance. Hebert became popular as a surname and later as a first name, particularly in the 19th century. Variants include Herbert and Herbie, and it is seen as a traditional name in contemporary times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hebert"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛbərt/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Hebert is derived from the Germanic elements 'haim' meaning 'home' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
bright home
Language Evolution
Haimberht, Heberht, Hebert
Historical Usage
Hebert gained popularity as a surname in medieval Europe and has been used as a given name since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Herbert, Herbie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hebert is perceived as a traditional name with a classic charm, though it is less common than its variant Herbert.
Famous People
Herbert Hoover - 31st President of the United States, Herbert Marcuse - Influential philosopher and sociologist
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✨ Hebert Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hebert"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hebert"
"Hebert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1858th of 7545 | 283 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1677th of 6773 | 329 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2534th of 7552 | 198 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4565th of 10718 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7438th of 16616 | 69 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10790th of 24088 | 73 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17079th of 23106 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Hebert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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79.97% 1892nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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59.71% 1405th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Hebert" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Hebert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hebert" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hebert" in the United States
The name Hebert is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hebert has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hebert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1858th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1677th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2534th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4565th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7438th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10790th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17079th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hebert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.