Rupert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rupert is a Germanic name meaning 'famous and bright', derived from 'Hruodpert'. It has evolved through various historical forms such as Hruodpert and Rupertus. The name is associated with nobility and has gained popularity since the Middle Ages. It is currently viewed as a classic name, with several notable individuals sharing it.
The name Rupert is most popular in North 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rupert 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, 'Rupert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 551st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 750th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1099th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1900th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3281st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6399th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4689th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Rupert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rupert"
Pronunciation
/ˈruːpərt/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Rupert is derived from the Germanic name 'Hruodpert', which is composed of the elements 'hruod' meaning 'fame' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.
Meaning
Famous and bright
Language Evolution
Hruodpert (Old High German), Rupertus (Latin), Rupert (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Rupert gained popularity in the Middle Ages, especially in German-speaking regions. It was commonly used by royalty and nobility, which helped to spread its use.
Variants & Derivatives
Ruprecht, Ruppert, Rufus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rupert is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with intelligence and charm.
Famous People
Rupert Grint, actor known for his role in the Harry Potter series., Rupert Murdoch, media mogul and businessman., Rupert Everett, British actor and author.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rupert"
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 "Rupert"
"Rupert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 551st of 7545 | 2,036 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 750th of 6773 | 1,266 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1099th of 7552 | 893 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1900th of 10718 | 369 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3281st of 16616 | 270 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6399th of 24088 | 181 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4689th of 23106 | 251 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Rupert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
46.19% 654th/1416 |
47.93% 661st/1379 |
22.40% 530th/2366 |
56.92% 650th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
43.77% 681st/1556 |
32.89% 774th/2353 |
51.45% 796th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
37.90% 921st/2430 |
41.04% 1171st/2853 |
49.15% 1364th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
41.98% 1462nd/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
55.56% 2247th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
49.50% 2215th/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rupert" 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 "Rupert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rupert" 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.