Humphrey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHUM-free / /ˈhʌmfri/Old German; English
Meaning
Old German: peaceful warrior; English: bright warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Humphrey has its roots in Old German, derived from the elements 'hun' meaning 'bear cub' and 'frid' meaning 'peace'. It became popular in England after the Norman Conquest. The name has been borne by several notable figures throughout history, including English nobles and saints. Its usage has declined in modern times but remains recognized.
Trend Summary
Humphrey has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, with very few births recorded in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Humphrey
- Humphrey's
International Variants
- Onofrio (Italian)
- Onofre (Spanish)
Famous people named Humphrey
Humphrey Bogart was an American film actor known for his roles in classic films such as 'Casablanca' and 'The Maltese Falcon'.
Humphrey Appleby was a fictional character in the British television series 'Yes Minister', known for his bureaucratic cunning.
Humphrey Davy was a British chemist and inventor, famous for his work on electrolysis and the safety lamp for miners.
Humphrey of Gloucester was an English nobleman and the Duke of Gloucester during the 15th century.
Fictional characters named Humphrey
Humphrey the Bear is a character from the animated series 'The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh', known for his friendly demeanor.
Humphrey the Whale is a character from the children's book 'Humphrey the Lost Whale', who embarks on a journey to find his way home.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Humphrey was first seen in the United States in 1880. Humphrey has ranked as high as #894 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Humphrey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Humphrey (1920)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1882 | 8 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 8 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 17 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 20 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 22 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 16 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 18 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |