Umberto Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Umberto is an Italian name derived from the Germanic Haimbert, meaning 'bright warrior'. It has evolved from its ancient roots through the medieval period to modern usage. The name is associated with Italian nobility and is viewed positively in contemporary society, connected to notable figures in literature and art.
The name Umberto is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Umberto has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Umberto' 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 2498th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3069th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2899th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4889th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11138th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Umberto' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Umberto"
Pronunciation
/umˈbɛrtoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Umberto is derived from the Germanic name Haimbert, which is composed of the elements 'haim' meaning 'home' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
bright warrior
Language Evolution
Haimbert, Umberto
Historical Usage
Umberto gained popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages and has been a common name among Italian nobility and royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Umber, Umberti, Berto
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Umberto is perceived as a classic and sophisticated name, often associated with Italian heritage and culture.
Famous People
Umberto Eco - an Italian novelist and semiotician., Umberto Boccioni - an Italian painter and sculptor., Umberto II - the last king of Italy.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 30 peak births in 1915
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Umberto"
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 "Umberto"
"Umberto" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1981st of 7545 | 259 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2498th of 6773 | 170 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3069th of 7552 | 139 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2899th of 10718 | 193 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4889th of 16616 | 150 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11138th of 24088 | 68 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Umberto" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
47.72% 658th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
56.04% 872nd/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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48.68% 1183rd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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53.89% 1877th/3483 |
- |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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59.17% 2648th/4475 |
- |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Umberto" 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 "Umberto"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Umberto" 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.