Hubert Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHYOO-burt / /ˈhjuːbərt/German; French
Meaning
German: bright heart; French: intelligent
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hubert has roots in the Germanic elements 'hug' meaning heart or mind and 'beraht' meaning bright. It became popular in the Middle Ages, particularly in France and Germany. Saint Hubert of Belgium, a 7th-century bishop, is a notable historical figure associated with the name, often regarded as the patron saint of hunters. The name has seen various forms and adaptations across different cultures over the centuries.
Trend Summary
The name Hubert has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, particularly in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hubertus
- Hugh
International Variants
- Humbert (French)
- Huberto (Spanish)
- Uberto (Italian)
Famous people named Hubert
Hubert de Givenchy was a renowned French fashion designer known for founding the Givenchy fashion house.
Hubert H. Humphrey served as the 38th Vice President of the United States and was a prominent political figure.
Hubert Selby Jr. was an American author best known for his novel 'Last Exit to Brooklyn'.
Hubert Blaine Wolfeschlegelsteinhausenbergerdorff was an American mathematician and author known for his unconventional works.
Fictional characters named Hubert
Hubert is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem', known for his strategic mind and loyalty.
Hubert is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where he is depicted as a curious student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hubert was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hubert has ranked as high as #268 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Hubert has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hubert (2023)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 59 |
1881 | 43 |
1882 | 49 |
1883 | 53 |
1884 | 61 |
1885 | 72 |
1886 | 61 |
1887 | 78 |
1888 | 75 |
1889 | 83 |
1890 | 85 |
1891 | 92 |
1892 | 86 |
1893 | 107 |
1894 | 105 |
1895 | 106 |
1896 | 119 |
1897 | 123 |
1898 | 114 |
1899 | 125 |
1900 | 189 |
1901 | 140 |
1902 | 165 |
1903 | 170 |
1904 | 173 |
1905 | 163 |
1906 | 162 |
1907 | 184 |
1908 | 203 |
1909 | 222 |
1910 | 289 |
1911 | 316 |
1912 | 544 |
1913 | 765 |
1914 | 932 |
1915 | 1,195 |
1916 | 1,348 |
1917 | 1,338 |
1918 | 1,454 |
1919 | 1,416 |
1920 | 1,508 |
1921 | 1,548 |
1922 | 1,527 |
1923 | 1,533 |
1924 | 1,551 |
1925 | 1,461 |
1926 | 1,320 |
1927 | 1,376 |
1928 | 1,488 |
1929 | 1,384 |
1930 | 1,277 |
1931 | 1,229 |
1932 | 1,087 |
1933 | 929 |
1934 | 1,000 |
1935 | 905 |
1936 | 891 |
1937 | 893 |
1938 | 825 |
1939 | 783 |
1940 | 762 |
1941 | 731 |
1942 | 787 |
1943 | 756 |
1944 | 760 |
1945 | 610 |
1946 | 681 |
1947 | 732 |
1948 | 653 |
1949 | 625 |
1950 | 603 |
1951 | 620 |
1952 | 563 |
1953 | 561 |
1954 | 508 |
1955 | 536 |
1956 | 484 |
1957 | 482 |
1958 | 491 |
1959 | 422 |
1960 | 400 |
1961 | 370 |
1962 | 309 |
1963 | 341 |
1964 | 338 |
1965 | 306 |
1966 | 276 |
1967 | 258 |
1968 | 258 |
1969 | 235 |
1970 | 245 |
1971 | 242 |
1972 | 182 |
1973 | 182 |
1974 | 155 |
1975 | 160 |
1976 | 148 |
1977 | 161 |
1978 | 141 |
1979 | 124 |
1980 | 153 |
1981 | 122 |
1982 | 141 |
1983 | 96 |
1984 | 107 |
1985 | 110 |
1986 | 92 |
1987 | 81 |
1988 | 90 |
1989 | 98 |
1990 | 82 |
1991 | 81 |
1992 | 82 |
1993 | 60 |
1994 | 55 |
1995 | 61 |
1996 | 65 |
1997 | 55 |
1998 | 48 |
1999 | 45 |
2000 | 55 |
2001 | 46 |
2002 | 49 |
2003 | 46 |
2004 | 52 |
2005 | 57 |
2006 | 53 |
2007 | 52 |
2008 | 48 |
2009 | 37 |
2010 | 49 |
2011 | 47 |
2012 | 45 |
2013 | 32 |
2014 | 48 |
2015 | 37 |
2016 | 38 |
2017 | 36 |
2018 | 30 |
2019 | 26 |
2020 | 40 |
2021 | 29 |
2022 | 30 |
2023 | 23 |
2024 | 32 |