Wilbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Wilbert is a name of Old German origin, meaning 'bright will'. It has evolved from earlier forms like Wilberth and Wilber. The name is characterized by its strong and positive traits, though it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is currently viewed as a classic name, associated with notable figures in music and sports.
The name Wilbert is most popular in Louisiana, 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. 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, Wilbert 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, 'Wilbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 174th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 216th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 342nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 563rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 969th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2075th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3934th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5083rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4426th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8163rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12822nd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Wilbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wilbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪlbərt/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Wilbert is derived from the Old German elements 'wil', meaning 'will' or 'desire', and 'beraht', meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
bright will
Language Evolution
Wilbert (modern form), Wilberth (Old German form), Wilber (older form)
Historical Usage
Wilbert gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a strong masculine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Wil, Bert, Wilbur
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Wilbert is perceived as a classic, somewhat vintage name, often associated with wisdom and strength.
Famous People
Wilbert Harrison, an American singer known for his hit 'Kansas City'., Wilbert Robeson, an American football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wilbert"
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 "Wilbert"
"Wilbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 174th of 7545 | 12,622 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 216th of 6773 | 11,040 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 342nd of 7552 | 9,356 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 563rd of 10718 | 3,315 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 969th of 16616 | 1,711 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2075th of 24088 | 949 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3934th of 23106 | 324 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5083rd of 9107 | 50 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4426th of 9204 | 74 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8163rd of 12526 | 31 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12822nd of 19264 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Wilbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
10.38% 147th/1416 |
15.45% 213th/1379 |
6.93% 164th/2366 |
28.72% 328th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
15.33% 237th/1546 |
16.97% 264th/1556 |
7.35% 173rd/2353 |
26.96% 417th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
18.95% 422nd/2227 |
15.10% 367th/2430 |
8.76% 250th/2853 |
18.95% 526th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
22.91% 673rd/2937 |
14.90% 519th/3483 |
12.96% 456th/3518 |
18.69% 756th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.83% 1394th/3685 |
20.18% 903rd/4475 |
15.77% 819th/5194 |
17.22% 1088th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
35.55% 1836th/5164 |
25.93% 1896th/7313 |
23.29% 1738th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
54.40% 3711th/6822 |
48.45% 3041st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Wilbert" 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 "Wilbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Wilbert" 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.