Tolbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tolbert is an Old English name meaning 'bright toll collector.' It evolved from the historical form Tollbeorht. The name is associated with commerce and taxation, and while it is not widely popular today, it carries a unique and traditional image. There is no biblical significance attached to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tolbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɒlbərt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Tolbert is derived from the Old English elements 'toll,' meaning 'toll' or 'tax,' and 'beorht,' meaning 'bright' or 'shining.'
Meaning
bright toll collector
Language Evolution
Tollbeorht, Tolbert
Historical Usage
The name Tolbert gained popularity in England during the medieval period, particularly among families involved in commerce and taxation.
Variants & Derivatives
Tol, Bert
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Tolbert is relatively uncommon but is often viewed as unique and traditional.
Famous People
Tolbert Chisum, an American businessman and rancher., Tolbert R. R. Kelly, an American politician.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tolbert"
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 "Tolbert"
"Tolbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1829th of 7545 | 289 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2265th of 6773 | 199 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2684th of 7552 | 178 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4983rd of 10718 | 67 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Tolbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
56.76% 1343rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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77.71% 2217th/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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tolbert" 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 "Tolbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tolbert" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tolbert" in the United States
The name Tolbert is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Tolbert has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Tolbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1829th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2265th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2684th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4983rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Tolbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.