Hobart Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hobart is an Old German name derived from 'Hughbert', meaning bright heart. It evolved through forms such as Hughbert and Hobert before settling on Hobart. The name carries connotations of brightness and spirit, with no direct biblical relevance. It became popular in medieval England and is viewed today as a traditional name, linked to notable individuals.
The name Hobart 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 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, Hobart 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, 'Hobart' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 609th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 911th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1499th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2792nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7438th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19426th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hobart' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hobart"
Pronunciation
/ˈhoʊbɑrt/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Hobart is derived from the Germanic given name 'Hughbert', which is composed of the elements 'hug', meaning heart, mind, or spirit, and 'berht', meaning bright or famous.
Meaning
Bright heart
Language Evolution
Hughbert, Hobert, Hobart
Historical Usage
The name Hobart gained popularity in England during the medieval period, particularly in the 12th century, and has since been used in various forms across different regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Hugh, Hubert, Hob, Hobbie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hobart is perceived as a traditional and somewhat uncommon name, often associated with a sense of heritage and history.
Famous People
Hobart C. H. M. Whitley, an Australian politician, Hobart Bosworth, an American actor and director
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hobart"
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 "Hobart"
"Hobart" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 609th of 7545 | 1,712 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 911th of 6773 | 906 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1499th of 7552 | 517 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2792nd of 10718 | 204 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7438th of 16616 | 69 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 19426th of 23106 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Hobart" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
33.97% 481st/1416 |
48.30% 666th/1379 |
25.44% 602nd/2366 |
71.80% 820th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.96% 726th/1546 |
58.16% 905th/1556 |
41.01% 965th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
50.34% 1121st/2227 |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
58.60% 1672nd/2853 |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| 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 "Hobart" 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 "Hobart"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hobart" 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.