Hilbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hilbert originates from Old High German, combining elements that mean 'bright' and 'battle'. It evolved through various forms, including Hildebert and Hilbert, and has retained its usage into modern times. The name is associated with strength and intellect, with no significant biblical references.
The name Hilbert is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Hilbert has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Hilbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 844th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1230th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2151st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4339th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9851st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Hilbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hilbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɪlbərt/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Hilbert derives from the Old High German elements 'hild', meaning 'battle', and 'beraht', meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
bright battle
Language Evolution
Hildebertus (Latinized form in medieval times), Hildebert (Old French adaptation), Hilbert (Modern German and English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in German-speaking regions, and has been used consistently into modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Hildebert, Hilburt, Hilly
Modern Popularity & Image
Hilbert is viewed as a strong, traditional name with intellectual connotations, particularly due to its association with the famous mathematician David Hilbert.
Famous People
David Hilbert, a renowned German mathematician known for his foundational contributions to mathematics., Hilbert Schmidt, a prominent German physicist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hilbert"
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 "Hilbert"
"Hilbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 844th of 7545 | 1,032 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1230th of 6773 | 574 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2151st of 7552 | 271 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4339th of 10718 | 91 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9851st of 16616 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Hilbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 476th/476 |
100.00% 997th/997 |
100.00% 1594th/1594 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 807th/807 |
100.00% 1227th/1227 |
100.00% 1825th/1825 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2101st/2101 |
100.00% 1682nd/1682 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 2265th/2265 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hilbert" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hilbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hilbert" 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.