Halbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Halbert is an Old Germanic name meaning noble and bright. It evolved through several forms in the German language and is associated with positive traits of nobility and brightness. It lacks biblical relevance but gained popularity in the Middle Ages. Variants like Hal and Bert are common, while its modern perception reflects a strong, traditional image.
The name Halbert is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. 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, Halbert has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Halbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1572nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2022nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1856th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3550th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8362nd out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Halbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Halbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈhæl.bərt/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Halbert is derived from the Old Germanic elements 'hal' meaning 'noble' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.
Meaning
noble and bright
Language Evolution
Old High German: Halupert, Middle High German: Halberht, Modern German: Halbert
Historical Usage
Halbert saw popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in German-speaking regions, as it was associated with nobility and strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Hal, Bert, Halbo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Halbert is not as commonly used but retains a vintage charm and is often viewed as a strong, traditional name.
Famous People
Halbert L. Dunn, an American statistician, Halbert P. Smith, a notable business figure
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Halbert"
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 "Halbert"
"Halbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1572nd of 7545 | 358 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2022nd of 6773 | 244 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1856th of 7552 | 343 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3550th of 10718 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8362nd of 16616 | 52 |
Regional Popularity of "Halbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
70.25% 1662nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
65.30% 1863rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Halbert" 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 "Halbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Halbert" 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.