Rembert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rembert originates from Old Germanic roots, combining the meanings of 'counsel' and 'bright'. It has evolved through various forms in the Germanic language family. While it is not biblically significant, Rembert has historical ties to nobility and leadership. Today, it is considered a traditional name with limited modern popularity.
The name Rembert is most popular in South Carolina, 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, Rembert has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Rembert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2586th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2726th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3648th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7168th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Rembert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rembert"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛmbərt/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Rembert is derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin', meaning 'counsel', and 'berht', meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
Counsel bright
Language Evolution
Old High German: Raginberht, Middle High German: Rempert, Modern German: Rembert
Historical Usage
Rembert gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia, as a name associated with nobility and leadership.
Variants & Derivatives
Rembert, Remberth, Rembart
Modern Popularity & Image
Rembert is relatively rare in contemporary usage, often viewed as an old-fashioned or traditional name.
Famous People
Rembert Weakland, an American Benedictine archbishop and theologian., Rembert Dodoens, a 16th-century Flemish botanist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rembert"
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 "Rembert"
"Rembert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2586th of 7545 | 161 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2726th of 6773 | 143 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3648th of 7552 | 91 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7168th of 10718 | 25 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Rembert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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64.20% 1519th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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81.26% 1912th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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63.97% 1825th/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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Rembert" 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Rembert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rembert" 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.