Herbie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHER-bee / /ˈhɜːr.bi/German; English
Meaning
German: Bright army; English: Diminutive of Herbert
Historical & Cultural Background
Herbie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Herbert, which has Germanic roots. The name Herbert was popularized in the Middle Ages and has been used in various cultures. Herbie gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with a friendly or approachable persona.
Trend Summary
Herbie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks during the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Herb
International Variants
- Herberto (Spanish)
- Herbert (French)
- Herberto (Italian)
Famous people named Herbie
Herbie Hancock is an acclaimed American jazz pianist and composer known for his innovative contributions to music.
Herbie the Love Bug is a fictional car character from the Disney franchise, known for its racing adventures.
Herbie Allen was an American author and playwright recognized for his works in literature.
Herbie Mann was an influential American jazz flutist who played a significant role in popularizing the flute in jazz music.
Fictional characters named Herbie
Herbie is a sentient Volkswagen Beetle in the Disney film franchise, known for its racing abilities.
Herbie Popnecker is a character from the comic strip 'Herbie,' known for his superhuman abilities and humorous adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Herbie was first seen in the United States in 1913. Herbie has ranked as high as #1088 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, California, Illinois, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Herbie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Herbie (1960)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 19 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 31 |
| 1940 | 18 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 18 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 32 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 23 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 45 |
| 1960 | 42 |
| 1961 | 43 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 22 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |