Herber Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHER-ber / /ˈhɜːrbər/German; English
Meaning
Army warrior; bright army
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Herber has roots in both German and English cultures. In German, it is derived from the name Herbert, which combines the elements 'heri' (army) and 'berht' (bright). The name has been used historically in various forms across Europe, particularly in the Middle Ages. It has seen fluctuating popularity over the centuries, often associated with nobility and leadership.
Trend Summary
The name Herber has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Herbert
- Herbie
International Variants
- Herberto (Spanish)
- Herbertus (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Herber was first seen in the United States in 1991. Herber has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Herber has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Herber (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |