Talbert Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TAL-burt /ˈtæl.bɜrt/
Origin: English; German
Meaning: English: derived from 'Tal' meaning 'valley' and 'bert' meaning 'bright'; German: 'noble' or 'bright'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Talbert has its roots in Old French and Germanic languages. It is derived from the Old French name "Talbert," which itself comes from the Germanic elements "þal" meaning "valley" and "berht" meaning "bright" or "famous." This combination suggests a meaning akin to "bright valley" or "famous in the valley." The name made its way into English during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, as many Old French names were adopted into the English lexicon following the integration of Norman culture into English society.
Historically, the name Talbert has been associated with various notable figures, particularly in medieval England. One significant milestone includes its appearance in records from the 12th century, where it was used by individuals of noble lineage.
The name also appears in various historical documents and charters, indicating its use among the gentry and clergy during the Middle Ages. Additionally, the name may have been influenced by the popularity of saints bearing similar names, such as Saint Albert, who was venerated in the Christian tradition.
Culturally, Talbert carries connotations of nobility and brightness, reflecting the characteristics associated with its etymological roots. The name has been linked to various traditions and folklore, often embodying ideals of valor and distinction.
In some cases, diminutive forms such as "Tal" may have emerged, though these are less documented. Overall, Talbert's historical significance and its connections to noble heritage contribute to its enduring presence in the English-speaking world.
Famous people named Talbert
In this section, you will find notable people named Talbert. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Talbert who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Talbert W. H. H. H. is a musician best known for his contributions to the jazz genre.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Talbert was first seen in the United States in 1910.
Talbert has ranked as high as #4126 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in Kentucky, and North Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Talbert has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Talbert is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Talbert was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Talbert.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 | 8 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 | 10 |
| 1978 | 11 | 11 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 | 9 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 10 | 10 |
| 1972 | 10 | 10 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 | 10 |
| 1969 | 12 | 12 |
| 1968 | 12 | 12 |
| 1967 | 7 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 | 10 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 |
| 1964 | 14 | 14 |
| 1963 | 15 | 15 |
| 1962 | 12 | 12 |
| 1961 | 17 | 17 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 10 | 10 |
| 1958 | 11 | 11 |
| 1957 | 10 | 10 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 15 | 15 |
| 1954 | 18 | 18 |
| 1953 | 14 | 14 |
| 1952 | 12 | 12 |
| 1951 | 9 | 9 |
| 1950 | 10 | 10 |
| 1949 | 12 | 12 |
| 1948 | 12 | 12 |
| 1947 | 11 | 11 |
| 1946 | 16 | 16 |
| 1945 | 12 | 12 |
| 1944 | 9 | 9 |
| 1943 | 8 | 8 |
| 1942 | 8 | 8 |
| 1941 | 10 | 10 |
| 1940 | 11 | 11 |
| 1939 | 15 | 15 |
| 1938 | 11 | 11 |
| 1937 | 11 | 11 |
| 1936 | 12 | 12 |
| 1935 | 15 | 15 |
| 1934 | 7 | 7 |
| 1933 | 11 | 11 |
| 1932 | 10 | 10 |
| 1931 | 12 | 12 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 14 | 14 |
| 1928 | 13 | 13 |
| 1927 | 15 | 15 |
| 1926 | 11 | 11 |
| 1925 | 11 | 11 |
| 1924 | 15 | 15 |
| 1923 | 14 | 14 |
| 1922 | 12 | 12 |
| 1921 | 14 | 14 |
| 1920 | 14 | 14 |
| 1919 | 14 | 14 |
| 1918 | 16 | 16 |
| 1917 | 12 | 12 |
| 1916 | 14 | 14 |
| 1914 | 12 | 12 |
| 1913 | 8 | 8 |
| 1910 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Talbert (1939)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |