Wilburt Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Wilburt is an Old English name meaning 'resolute and bright'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Wilbert and Wilbur. The name evokes traits of determination and clarity, with no significant biblical ties. It rose to popularity in the 20th century and is currently seen as a warm, vintage choice.
The name Wilburt 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 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. From 2020-2022, Wilburt has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Wilburt' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1436th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1696th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2117th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4565th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13208th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Wilburt' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wilburt"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪlbərt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Wilburt is derived from the Old English elements 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'beorht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
resolute and bright
Language Evolution
Wilburt, Wilbert, Wilburtus
Historical Usage
Wilburt gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Wilbert, Wilbur, Bert
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Wilburt is viewed as a somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Wilburt W. Daugherty, Wilburt F. H. Hunter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wilburt"
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 "Wilburt"
"Wilburt" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1436th of 7545 | 410 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1696th of 6773 | 325 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2117th of 7552 | 278 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4565th of 10718 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13208th of 16616 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Wilburt" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
67.37% 954th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
76.41% 1798th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Wilburt" 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 "Wilburt"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Wilburt" 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.