Hobart Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHOH-bart / /ˈhoʊbɑrt/German; English
Meaning
German: bright army; English: from the high fortress
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hobart has Germanic roots, derived from the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'. It became more common in England during the Norman Conquest. The name has been used in various historical contexts, including as a surname. Hobart is also associated with Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania, named after Sir Henry Hobart.
Trend Summary
Hobart has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hob
- Hoby
International Variants
- Hobart (English)
Famous people named Hobart
Hobart Amory Hare, an American physician known for his contributions to medicine.
Hobart M. H. Smith, an American politician who served in various governmental roles.
Hobart R. H. Houghton, a notable American businessman and philanthropist.
Hobart C. H. Houghton, an influential figure in the field of education.
Fictional characters named Hobart
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hobart was first seen in the United States in 1885. Hobart has ranked as high as #748 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Hobart has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hobart (1962)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 16 |
| 1896 | 135 |
| 1897 | 105 |
| 1898 | 42 |
| 1899 | 31 |
| 1900 | 27 |
| 1901 | 21 |
| 1902 | 18 |
| 1903 | 11 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 14 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 19 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 18 |
| 1911 | 27 |
| 1912 | 25 |
| 1913 | 38 |
| 1914 | 36 |
| 1915 | 86 |
| 1916 | 88 |
| 1917 | 100 |
| 1918 | 133 |
| 1919 | 89 |
| 1920 | 122 |
| 1921 | 136 |
| 1922 | 132 |
| 1923 | 116 |
| 1924 | 132 |
| 1925 | 102 |
| 1926 | 90 |
| 1927 | 99 |
| 1928 | 79 |
| 1929 | 78 |
| 1930 | 76 |
| 1931 | 73 |
| 1932 | 66 |
| 1933 | 49 |
| 1934 | 40 |
| 1935 | 50 |
| 1936 | 42 |
| 1937 | 44 |
| 1938 | 53 |
| 1939 | 36 |
| 1940 | 43 |
| 1941 | 35 |
| 1942 | 50 |
| 1943 | 34 |
| 1944 | 34 |
| 1945 | 24 |
| 1946 | 38 |
| 1947 | 37 |
| 1948 | 42 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 27 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 31 |
| 1954 | 18 |
| 1955 | 32 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 28 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 25 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |