Delbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Delbert has its roots in Old English, combining elements that mean 'noble' and 'bright'. It has evolved through various forms over the centuries. Though it lacks biblical significance, the name gained popularity in the late 19th century in the U.S. Delbert is often associated with vintage charm and is less common today, with notable individuals contributing to its legacy.
The name Delbert is most popular in West Virginia, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Delbert 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, 'Delbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 168th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 175th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 308th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 534th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1088th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3233rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4964th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4807th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5291st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9591st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Delbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛl.bɚt/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Delbert is derived from the combination of the Old English elements 'deor', meaning 'dear' or 'beloved', and 'beorht', meaning 'bright'.
Meaning
noble and bright
Language Evolution
Old English: Deorbeorht, Middle English: Delberht, Modern English: Delbert
Historical Usage
Delbert gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly among families looking for unique names.
Variants & Derivatives
Del, Bert, Delly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Delbert is perceived as a vintage name that evokes a sense of nostalgia and charm, though it is less common in contemporary naming trends.
Famous People
Delbert McClinton, American singer-songwriter, Delbert D. E. Sweeney, Canadian politician, Delbert Mann, American film director
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Delbert"
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 "Delbert"
"Delbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 168th of 7545 | 13,580 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 175th of 6773 | 15,692 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 308th of 7552 | 11,007 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 534th of 10718 | 3,682 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1088th of 16616 | 1,423 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3233rd of 24088 | 490 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4964th of 23106 | 230 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4807th of 9107 | 58 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5291st of 9204 | 46 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9591st of 12526 | 17 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Delbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
7.84% 111th/1416 |
23.71% 327th/1379 |
9.30% 220th/2366 |
10.51% 120th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
8.41% 130th/1546 |
19.79% 308th/1556 |
9.56% 225th/2353 |
9.18% 142nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
10.28% 229th/2227 |
19.84% 482nd/2430 |
12.16% 347th/2853 |
9.59% 266th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.71% 432nd/2937 |
22.68% 790th/3483 |
16.15% 568th/3518 |
12.09% 489th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.45% 901st/3685 |
45.21% 2023rd/4475 |
25.05% 1301st/5194 |
17.84% 1127th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
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45.88% 3424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Delbert" 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 "Delbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delbert" 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.