Gottlieb Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGOT-leeb / /ˈɡɒt.liːb/German; Yiddish
Meaning
German: 'God's love'; Yiddish: 'beloved of God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Gottlieb is a traditional name of German origin, often used among Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. It reflects a common practice of naming children with religious significance. The name has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, particularly in German-speaking countries. Its usage has declined in modern times but remains recognized.
Trend Summary
Gottlieb has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gottleib
International Variants
- Gottlieb (German)
- Gottleib (Yiddish)
Famous people named Gottlieb
Gottlieb Daimler was a German engineer and industrialist known for founding the Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and co-developing the first high-speed gasoline engine.
Gottlieb W. Daimler was a prominent figure in the automotive industry and is recognized as one of the pioneers of motorized transport.
Gottlieb B. Kauffman was a notable American businessman and philanthropist who contributed to various charitable causes.
Gottlieb F. H. von Schrenck was a Russian botanist known for his work in plant taxonomy and exploration.
Fictional characters named Gottlieb
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gottlieb was first seen in the United States in 1880. Gottlieb has ranked as high as #800 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in North Dakota, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Gottlieb has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gottlieb (1920)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ND | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 9 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 34 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |