Herby Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Herby originates from Old Germanic roots, meaning 'army bright' or 'famous army'. It evolved from the name Heribert to Herbert and eventually to Herby. The name reflects traits of strength and brightness. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Herby"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɜːrbi/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Herby is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Heribert', which combines the elements 'heri' meaning 'army' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
army bright, famous army
Language Evolution
Heribert, Herbert, Herby
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to its association with various saints and nobles, particularly in German-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Herbert, Herbie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Herby is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Herby Smith - American football player, Herby Hancock - Renowned jazz musician
📊 Herby Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Herby Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 18 peak births in 1929
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Herby"
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 "Herby"
"Herby" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4555th of 7545 | 43 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2072nd of 6773 | 233 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2634th of 7552 | 185 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4718th of 10718 | 76 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6742nd of 16616 | 84 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15544th of 24088 | 28 |
Regional Popularity of "Herby" by Generation for Male 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) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Herby" 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 "Herby"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Herby" 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 "Herby" in the United States
The name Herby is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Herby has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Herby' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4555th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2072nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2634th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6742nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15544th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Herby' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.