Hurbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hurbert is an Old German name meaning 'bright spirit', stemming from the elements 'hug' and 'beraht'. It evolved from historical forms like Hugbert and Herbert. The name embodies traits of brightness and warmth but has no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged during the medieval era, particularly among the nobility, while modern perceptions lend it a classic, timeless quality.
The name Hurbert is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent 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, Hurbert has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hurbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1981st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2106th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3364th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Hurbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hurbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɜrbərt/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Hurbert is derived from the Old German elements 'hug', meaning 'heart' or 'spirit', and 'beraht', meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.
Meaning
bright spirit
Language Evolution
Hugbert, Hurbertus, Herbert, Hurbert
Historical Usage
Hurbert gained popularity in the medieval period, especially in Europe, as variations of the name Herbert became common among nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Herbert, Hubert, Hugh
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hurbert is less common but is viewed as a vintage name with a classic charm. It may evoke a sense of tradition and history.
Famous People
Saint Hubert of Belgium, Hubert de Givenchy, Hubert Humphrey
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hurbert"
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 "Hurbert"
"Hurbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1981st of 7545 | 259 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2106th of 6773 | 226 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3364th of 7552 | 111 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Hurbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
77.56% 1825th/2353 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hurbert" 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 "Hurbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hurbert" 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.