Obert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Obert is an Old German name meaning 'bright wealth', derived from elements that signify prosperity and fame. It evolved from Old High German through Middle High German into its modern form. The name has traditional roots and is not widely used today, though it carries a sense of heritage. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it is linked to notable individuals in literature.
The name Obert is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Obert has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Obert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1815th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2992nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4541st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4771st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6989th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Obert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Obert"
Pronunciation
/ˈoʊbərt/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Obert is derived from the Old German elements 'uodal', meaning 'wealth', and 'beraht', meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
bright wealth
Language Evolution
Old High German: Uodalberht, Middle High German: Uodalbert, Modern German: Obert
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the medieval period in Europe, particularly in German-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Obrecht, Albert, Albrecht, Ober
Modern Popularity & Image
Obert is relatively uncommon today but is often associated with traditional values and heritage.
Famous People
Obert Skye, an American author known for children's literature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Obert"
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 "Obert"
"Obert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1815th of 7545 | 292 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2992nd of 6773 | 118 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4541st of 7552 | 47 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4771st of 10718 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6989th of 16616 | 78 |
Regional Popularity of "Obert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
54.03% 765th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Obert" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Obert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Obert" 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.