Filiberto Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Filiberto is a Germanic name meaning 'much brightness' or 'famous one.' Its evolution includes forms like Philibertus in Latin and Filiberto in Italian and Spanish. The name carries traits of strength and fame and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages, influenced by the legacy of Saint Philibert.
The name Filiberto is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Filiberto has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Filiberto' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2720th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2343rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1971st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1837th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1731st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2790th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6959th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Filiberto' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Filiberto"
Pronunciation
/fɪlɪˈbɛrtoʊ/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Filiberto is derived from the Germanic elements 'filu,' meaning 'much' or 'many,' and 'berht,' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.'
Meaning
Much brightness or famous one
Language Evolution
Philibertus (Latin), Philibert (Old French), Filiberto (Italian/Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in regions influenced by the Frankish empire, due to the veneration of Saint Philibert, a 7th-century Benedictine monk.
Variants & Derivatives
Filip, Philippe, Philip, Filiberto
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Filiberto is viewed as a traditional name with a rich historical background, often associated with strength and brightness.
Famous People
Filiberto of Belgium, a historical figure and prince, Filiberto Solis, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Filiberto"
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 "Filiberto"
"Filiberto" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2720th of 7545 | 148 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2343rd of 6773 | 188 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1971st of 7552 | 312 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1837th of 10718 | 388 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1731st of 16616 | 690 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2790th of 24088 | 609 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6959th of 23106 | 139 |
Regional Popularity of "Filiberto" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
62.17% 1471st/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
50.23% 1182nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
38.59% 1101st/2853 |
41.69% 1157th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
34.34% 1208th/3518 |
22.35% 904th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.19% 1739th/3685 |
- |
25.68% 1334th/5194 |
14.28% 902nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
- |
28.48% 2083rd/7313 |
20.01% 1493rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
56.56% 3550th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Filiberto" 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 "Filiberto"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Filiberto" 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.