Ebert Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AY-burt //ˈeɪ.bɜrt//
Origin: German; Dutch
Meaning: German: strong boar; Dutch: brave as a wild boar
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ebert has its roots in the Germanic languages, deriving from the Old High German name "Eberhard," which is composed of the elements "eber," meaning "boar," and "hard," meaning "brave" or "strong." This name evolved through various forms, including the Middle High German "Eberhart," before being adopted into modern German as Ebert. The transition into English occurred primarily through the influence of German immigrants and the integration of Germanic names into English-speaking contexts, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Historically, the name Ebert is associated with notable figures, including Ebert I, a German nobleman from the 11th century, and Friedrich Ebert, who served as the first President of Germany after World War I in the early 20th century. The name has also been borne by various scholars and cultural figures, contributing to its recognition in both German and English-speaking societies.
The presence of the name in historical texts and records underscores its significance in the context of German heritage and identity. Culturally, the name Ebert carries connotations of strength and bravery, reflective of its etymological roots.
The boar, as a symbol, has been associated with ferocity and valor in various cultures, enhancing the name's resonance. Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Ebi" may be used affectionately in familial or informal contexts, although they are less commonly documented.
Overall, Ebert encapsulates a blend of historical depth and cultural significance, rooted in its Germanic origins.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ebert was first seen in the United States in 1892.
Ebert has ranked as high as #852 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Ebert has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ebert is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ebert was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Ebert (1919)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ebert.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |